The Taurus 856 Ultra Lite in .38 Special (brand part no. 2-85621UL-TW) pairs a matte black 2-inch barrel with a walnut grip, giving concealed carriers a lightweight six-shot revolver with a traditional wood-grip look. Taurus builds this Ultra Lite as a double-action/single-action revolver with a serrated ramp front sight and fixed rear sight, keeping the full 6-round .38 Special capacity in a reduced-weight frame. Among revolvers in the revolvers category, this 856 Ultra Lite favors concealed carriers who want a lighter carry weight without giving up a classic wood-grip look.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .38 Special, a proven, widely available defensive cartridge.
• Holds 6 rounds in the cylinder.
• Built as a double-action/single-action revolver.
• Features a 2-inch barrel in matte black.
• Fitted with a walnut grip.
• Uses a serrated ramp front sight.
• Paired with a fixed rear sight.
• Overall length is 10 inches.
• Shipping weight of approximately 1.5 pounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this revolver weigh? Approximately 1.5 pounds, lighter than the standard-weight 856.

What grip material does this revolver use? Walnut, for a traditional look on a modern Ultra Lite frame.

Buy the Taurus 856 Ultra Lite Walnut Grip

A lighter-carrying six-shot revolver with a classic wood-grip look is exactly what this 856 Ultra Lite delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.