The Taurus 856 Gentleman’s Carry in .38 Special +P (MPN 2-85623) is a reliable 6-shot revolver built for concealed carry and home defense, pairing soft rubber grips with a serrated front sight. Taurus builds this revolver around a 2-inch barrel and a double-action/single-action trigger that speeds up accurate follow-up shots, with the removable serrated front sight optimized for on-body or off-body carry. Among concealed-carry revolvers in the revolvers category, the 856 favors shooters who want a comfortable-shooting, reliable six-shot .38 Special for daily carry.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .38 Special +P.
• Built on a double-action/single-action revolver frame.
• Features a 2-inch blued barrel.
• Holds 6 rounds.
• Fitted with soft rubber grips for comfortable shooting.
• Uses a removable serrated front sight.
• The barrel measures 2 inches.
• Relies on an internal transfer bar rather than an external manual safety, standard on Taurus double-action revolvers.
• Rated for .38 Special +P defensive loads as well as standard-pressure ammunition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the front sight removable? Yes, the serrated front sight is removable to optimize carry style.

What is the cylinder capacity? 6 rounds of .38 Special +P.

Buy the Taurus 856 Gentleman’s Carry .38 Special

A comfortable-shooting, reliable six-shot carry revolver is exactly what the 856 delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.