The Taurus 856 revolver is a modern, 6-shot, lightweight 38. It is lightweight, can hold six rounds, and it is very affordable. Is it the right gun? It was designed for self-defense. Check out our Taurus 856 review. Taurus revolvers have been around for many years. They began by making copies of Smith & Wesson firearms. Taurus started making guns entirely from their designs in recent years. Taurus has experienced quality control problems throughout the years. These issues are improving. Taurus revolvers are cheaper than comparable options like Smith & Wesson and Ruger. This is a major plus for value-minded buyers. This Taurus 856 review will help you decide if this budget-minded handgun would be a good fit for you. Find In-Stock Taurus-856s
Table of Contents – New and Pre-OwnedGuns.com This gun would be a great carry gun, as well as a glovebox or work truck gun. The Taurus 856 is similar in size to the Smith & Wesson T-Frame. The most noticeable difference is the wider cylinder. The Taurus 856 can hold six rounds in a 38-round gun, while five rounds are in a JFrame. It does seem wider when the gun is in your hand. It’s not a problem for concealment when it is about carrying the gun. This gun can be easily hidden in a small IWB or on-body carry bag. The Taurus 856 weighs in at just a pound unloaded. You can easily carry this gun while running or doing other activities. This gun will be a little heavier than I would prefer for those activities. When doing these types of activities, I want my gun weigh less than one pound. This light weight is great for gun ownership, but it can also be a disadvantage when shooting a gun. We’ll get to that later. Frame The Taurus 856’s frame is the standard revolver frame. Overall, the quality, fit, and finish are excellent. I am impressed by how far Taurus has come in the last few years. Taurus 856s in-stock
The Taurus 856’s frame is both new and pre-ownedguns.com. Everything seems to be well-rounded and I can’t see any design flaws in this firearm. The Taurus 856 is currently only available in 38 Special. They do offer this gun with a two-inch barrel or a three-inch variant. The three-inch variants are great and something I’m considering buying. The Taurus 856 is the Taurus 2 inch variant. The two-inch guns seem more powerful than the three inch variants, even though they are lighter. There aren’t many three-inch revolvers on the market, so I’m happy to see Taurus offer this option with their Taurus 856. Versions of the Gun As I mentioned, the gun comes in two-inch and three-inch versions. However, Taurus also offers a few different finishes. You can have the gun in both black and stainless finishes. Taurus 856s in-stock
Pre-OwnedGuns.com Taurus is not known for its great finishes. Despite that, I am impressed by the Ultra-Lite’s finish. Although it’s not the most beautiful finish, it seems to be durable. I didn’t think I would be saying this in my Taurus 856 review. This gun is not showing the scratches I have done to it. This gun is not my favorite, but I don’t care for it. The finish seems to be holding its own. Friends have new stainless Taurus revolvers, and their finishes are also durable. Capacity: The Taurus 856’s six-round capacity is a significant advantage in the small revolver market. Ruger LCR and the J-Frame are small revolvers that can hold five rounds when chambered with 38 Special. There are guns like the Kimber K6s with six-round capacities. This gun is heavier than the Kimber K6s, but it’s all-steel. The Taurus 856 revolver is the only one I know of that is this small and light, while still having a six-round capacity. Although it may seem like a lot, the percentage increase in ammunition is significant. Cylinder Latch On the Taurus 856, the cylinder latch is very well-designed and well-rounded. It is a standard Smith & Wesson latch that you must press forward to release. It’s placed so that I don’t have a hard time pushing the cylinder out. The cylinder is well made and the ejector is thick. This gun is durable and will last for a long time. Sights The sights of the Taurus 856 are a bit lacking. The sights are the only thing that will be negative in this Taurus 856 review. They’re standard revolver sights so they’re not too bad. They’re not as good, however, as the sights on Ruger LCR. The Ruger LCR’s rear sight is the same as the Ruger LCR, but it can replace it with a high-contrast front. This would be a great idea for Taurus. Instead, they have the front sight incorporated into the gun. Your point of impact cannot be adjusted. To account for manufacturing intolerances, you will need to use multiple types of ammunition to find the right one. This gun’s rear sight is too narrow for me. To give this firearm more contrast, I will likely use high-contrast nail paint or polish and paint the front sight. Find In-Stock Taurus 856s
New and Pre-OwnedGuns.com Trigger: The trigger for the Taurus 856 can be ordered in either a single-action, double-action variant or a single-action, double-action variant. My variant has a Hammer, so it’s a double-action, one-action gun. The trigger is heavy and not as light as a standard revolver trigger. It feels comparable to Smith & Wesson JFrame triggers that I have felt. It’s very smooth and easy to use. There is a little creep in the trigger’s single-action, but it ends with a soft rolling break. It’s an easy-to-use single-action trigger that is concise and simple to use. The Taurus 856 review has no complaints. Hammer The Taurus 856’s hammer is well rounded and has no sharp edges. The hammer’s top has some aggressive texturing, making it easier for you to cock it back. The gun is easier to cock because the hammer is wider. Taurus seems to be paying attention to every detail on this gun. I’m very happy with it. Grip The Taurus 856’s factory grip is excellent. It is small enough to conceal well and large enough to fill your hand. Although it does reduce recoil slightly, I don’t think it does as well as I would like. I will probably replace it with a Hogue grip, which should give me greater control over recoil. Aftermarket The Taurus 856’s aftermarket is almost non-existent. There aren’t many options for holsters available at the moment. We’re working to rectify this. There aren’t many accessories available for this gun other than grip. You can’t change the sights as they are built into the gun. The trigger and grip are the only areas that can be improved. Find In-Stock Taurus 856s
Gunsmiths can smoothen your gun by working on it. This is not something that many people will do. I doubt that the company will make aftermarket spring kits or trigger parts to improve the trigger of the Taurus 856. Aesthetics The Taurus 856 will look different depending on its finish and variant. The three-inch guns look great, however. They look great and are perfectly proportioned. The black finish isn’t the most appealing. If I had the choice, I would have chosen the stainless finish. I think the stainless finish on the Tauruses looks better. Shooting the Taurus 856 is difficult. Recoil is a normal thing that I can live with. This gun is not fun to shoot. This gun is one you will need to be proficient with. This gun is not one you want to just sit and shoot a few hundred rounds in a single day. I would love to have one of the three inch variants. I think they might be easier to shoot. Ruger LCR 38 with a 3-inch barrel is my favorite gun. This is because a three-inch barrel helps to dampen the recoil of a light gun. I hope the Taurus 856’s three-inch barrel will do the same. The MSRP price for the Taurus 856 ranges from $341 to $440. These guns are usually available for 50 to $75 less than MSRP. These guns are a great value at this price. These guns were not as good as the Smith & Wesson J-Frame, or any other lower-priced Smith & Wesson offerings. Find In-Stock Taurus 856s
New and Pre-OwnedGuns.com The Taurus 856 is a great option if you are on a tight budget and want to get the best value for your money. Conclusion Thoughts: The Taurus 856 is an excellent option if you are looking for a lightweight revolver that can hold six rounds. It does have some drawbacks, but it is still a lightweight revolver. This gun will have a fair amount recoil considering its size. Taurus products seem to be getting better. This gun has a lot of things I like. The sights are my biggest complaint. You can’t do much to improve them except to paint the front sight. You’ll still have to test different ammo to find the one that shoots at the right point of aim and impact with your gun. I don’t think I can complain much considering that all the other competitors have the same problem. I hope you found our Taurus 856 review helpful. Please comment below with your thoughts on the gun. Pros PriceFinishes & OptionsCons FinishRecoilLike loading…
