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It is the Matte Black (not a very good "stock" photo) checked by upc and model number Model: 2-856021 Finish: Matte Black Status: Available Caliber: 38 Special Grips: Soft Rubber UPC: 7-25327-61698-6 Capacity: 6 Weight: 22 oz Barrel Length: 2" Height: 4.8" Width: 1.41" Action: DA/SA Front Sight: Serrated Ramp Length: 6.55" Safety: Transfer Bar Order #: 2-856021 Rear Sight: Fixed

Derek, I would ask Buds as the newer models have been coming in a "Flat Matte finish". The earlier models were the "Semi Gloss" Finish. So it will depend on date of manufacture. Buds via LiveChat (available from 9AM to 9PM 7 days a week), the "Blue Chat Now" bottom at the bottom right of the page or phoning at (859) 368-0371 (available 9AM to 9PM EST Monday through Friday).

James G the model 856 is a new for 2018 model and has only been in matte black and Matte stainless good article https://www.shootingillustrated.com/articles/2018/1/25/new-for-2018-taurus-856-revolver/

Hi Derek, It is the Matte Black by the upc and model number Model: 2-856021 Finish: Matte Black Status: Available Caliber: 38 Special Grips: Soft Rubber UPC: 7-25327-61698-6 Capacity: 6 Weight: 22 oz Barrel Length: 2" Height: 4.8" Width: 1.41" Action: DA/SA Front Sight: Serrated Ramp Length: 6.55" Safety: Transfer Bar Order #: 2-856021 Rear Sight: Fixed -- shootingillustrated.com/articles/2018/1/25/new-for-2018-taurus-856-revolver/