Taurus 856 Defender .38 Special +P Blue/Black Revolver
Capacity: 6 · Barrel Length: 3 inches
Specifications
Grip Hogue Rubber
Action Double Action
Finish Blue/Black
Sights Night Sights
Weight 25.36 ounces
Capacity 6
Grip Safety No
Optic Ready No
Barrel Length 3 inches
Manual Safety No
Overall Length 7.5 inches
Trigger Safety No
Caliber / Gauge .38 Special +P
Threaded Barrel No
Ambidextrous Safety No
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Description
Product Overview
The Taurus 856 Defender is a six-shot double-action revolver chambered in .38 Special +P and configured with a 3-inch barrel for practical carry and defensive use. Its compact frame is paired with Hogue rubber grips for a secure, comfortable hold, while the tritium front sight and fixed rear sight support aiming in low-light conditions. An external hammer provides visible cocking status and single-action capability, and the transfer-bar safety helps prevent an unintended discharge when the revolver is carried with all chambers loaded.
Key Features
- Six-shot cylinder chambered for .38 Special +P defensive ammunition
- Three-inch barrel balances concealability with practical sight radius
- Tritium front night sight supports target acquisition in low light
- Fixed rear sight provides a durable, snag-resistant sighting system
- Hogue rubber grips improve control and shooting comfort
- External hammer enables both double-action and single-action fire
The Taurus 856 Defender combines a carry-friendly revolver format with practical sights, comfortable grips, and .38 Special +P capability for personal defense.
4.8 | 22 Reviews
- SKU:
- 285631NS
- UPC:
- 725327933878
- BUDS ID:
- 121944
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4.8 out of 5
22 total reviews
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Latest Reviews
Terry S.
1 year ago
Verified Purchaser
Was shipped fast. When...
Was shipped fast. When I first fired the 856 Defender the trigger pull was a little heavy and gritty, but after about 100 rounds it got somewhat lighter and the grittiness seems to be gone. I had heard it needs a break in period. Am pleased with it lock up is good and the cylinder to forcing cone Gap is acceptable allowances.
Fernando M.
1 year ago
Verified Purchaser
Buds delivery was...
Buds delivery was great as always. Cleaned it and then put about 60 rounds at the range. Trigger was not to bad after about 50 rounds and I feel it will improve as with rounds and time. Love the front sight. Pretty accurate for an inexpensive revolver and will also use it for carry. FM
Terry R.
2 years ago
Verified Purchaser
I like the 856...
I like the 856 Defender 3" barrel overall. It is long enough for pretty good ballistics but still short enough for concealment. The fit and finish of the revolver seems good. The revolver has tight lockup and not timing issues. I like the Hogue grips that give a good grip but are still concealable.I have fired about 150 rounds through it without any issues. The night sight has a red circle around it, so no sight painting on this one. The night sight is visible in darkness. The fixed rear sight is narrow and can make it hard to quickly pick up your sights. The double action trigger pull is very heavy but smooth and has a definite stage to it. The single action trigger pull seems acceptable. Bud's service was excellent.
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Bud's Gun Shop - Lexington, KY
1105 Industry Road, Lexington, KY 40505
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2270 Two Rivers Blvd, Sevierville, TN 37876
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