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Revolvers went a long time without much change, then Taurus milled the top strap of the 856 and changed the conversation. The 856 T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optic Ready Option) was one of the first small-frame revolvers to leave the factory ready for a micro red dot. The included mounting plate accepts optics built on the Holosun K footprint, so popular compact dots like the 407K, 507K, and EPS Carry bolt right on with no gunsmith visit required. And since a revolver has no reciprocating slide, your optic takes less of a beating and the dot is easier to track between shots. You can also zero the dot to your preferred defensive load, something fixed-sight snub guns never allowed.
Underneath the optics cut, this is the same steel-frame 856 that earned its keep as a carry gun. You get six rounds of .38 Special with +P capability, a stainless finish that shrugs off sweat and holster wear, and a 3-inch barrel that squeezes noticeably more velocity out of the cartridge than a 2-inch snub while still concealing well. The DA/SA action gives you a smooth, target-style double action pull for defensive work and a crisp single action option at the range, with a knurled hammer that is easy to thumb back. A transfer bar safety means it only fires when you pull the trigger.
Skip the optic for now if you want. The 856 T.O.R.O. still wears a removable front night sight paired with a fixed rear, so it runs just fine as a traditional wheelgun right out of the box. At 23.5 ounces unloaded, there is enough steel here to soak up recoil, and the rubber grips keep the gun planted through a full cylinder of +P. Whether you are adding your first red dot to a revolver or just want a well-sorted six-shot .38 with room to grow, this one covers both bases without fuss.
No, the optic is not included. The revolver ships with the T.O.R.O. mounting plate and hardware, so you just pick up a compatible micro red dot, attach the plate with an Allen key, and mount your optic. A dab of thread locker on the screws is a smart move.
The mounting plate accepts optics built on the Holosun K footprint. That covers popular compact dots like the Holosun 407K, 507K, and EPS Carry, plus other brands that use the same footprint. These smaller enclosed and open emitter dots keep the package slim enough for holster carry.
Yes, it is rated for .38 Special +P. The all-steel frame and 23.5 ounce weight also do a nice job taming the extra recoil from hotter defensive loads, and the 3-inch barrel wrings more velocity out of them than a standard 2-inch snub.
Absolutely. The 856 T.O.R.O. comes with a removable front night sight and a fixed rear sight, so it functions as a traditional revolver right out of the box. The optics cut just gives you the option to add a dot down the road whenever you are ready.
| UPC | 725327634454 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2-856P39 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 3" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Color | Silver |
| Length | 7.5 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 1.9 |
| Package Width | 6.2 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Safety | Transfer Bar |
| Shipping Weight | 2.1 |
| Sights | Fixed Sights |
| Sights Type | FIXED |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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