The Taurus 850 revolver in .38 Special (brand part no. 2-850139) is a small-frame, double-action-only wheelgun built entirely in matte stainless steel for a durable, low-maintenance carry option. Taurus pairs the 3-inch barrel with a removable serrated blade front sight and a fixed rear sight, and the stainless frame, cylinder, and barrel all share a matching matte finish. The revolver runs a 1:16.5-inch right-hand twist and weighs 22.75 ounces unloaded. Among small-frame carry revolvers in the revolvers category, the 850 favors shooters who want a simple, all-stainless double-action-only .38 Special.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .38 Special.
• Holds 5 rounds in the cylinder.
• The action is double-action-only.
• Features a 3-inch stainless barrel.
• Frame, cylinder, and barrel are all matte stainless steel.
• Sighted with a removable serrated blade front and fixed rear.
• Weighs 22.75 ounces unloaded.
• The barrel measures 3 inches.
• Overall length measures 9.75 inches.
• Runs on a double-action-only trigger for a consistent, snag-free pull.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this revolver double-action-only? Yes, the 850 is a DAO revolver with no single-action option.

What material is this revolver built from? All-stainless steel construction, including the frame, cylinder, and barrel.

Buy the Taurus 850 Revolver

A simple, all-stainless double-action .38 Special is exactly what the 850 delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.