The Taurus 850 .38 Special in matte black is a compact five-shot revolver with a 2-inch barrel and a fully shrouded hammer (brand part no. 2-850121). Taurus designed it as a snag-free concealed carry gun, and the double action only trigger gives a consistent pull every time. The removable serrated front blade and fixed rear sight keep the sight picture simple, while a 22.75-ounce weight suits all-day carry. The five-shot cylinder works with many existing speed loaders and holsters made for small-frame revolvers. The shrouded hammer helps it draw cleanly from a pocket or holster.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .38 Special, a proven carry cartridge with manageable recoil in a light revolver.
• Barrel length is 2 inches, a snub length that stays out of the way when carried.
• Capacity is 5 rounds, held in one included cylinder.
• The action is double action only, so every shot has the same trigger pull and there is no hammer to cock.
• The hammer is fully shrouded, which keeps it from snagging on clothing during the draw.
• The front sight is a removable serrated blade, which reduces glare and can be swapped.
• The rear sight is fixed, a notch that stays put under daily carry.
• The frame, cylinder and barrel are alloy steel in a matte black finish, which suits the way the revolver is carried.
• Overall length is 7.66 inches with a 4.59-inch height and a 1.34-inch width, slim enough for pocket or inside-the-waistband carry.
• Weight is 22.75 ounces unloaded, light enough for comfortable all-day carry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it work with speed loaders? Yes. The maker states the five-shot cylinder is compatible with a wide variety of existing speed loaders and holsters designed for small-frame revolvers.

Is the Taurus 850 double action only? Yes. It uses a double action only trigger, so the hammer is shrouded and the trigger both cocks and releases it.

Which finish is this one? This model has a matte black finish on the frame, cylinder and barrel.

Buy the Taurus 850 .38 Special Revolver, 2-Inch Matte Black, 5-Shot

The 850 puts a shrouded hammer and a light frame in a revolver built to be carried. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more revolvers here.