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Most snub-nose revolvers in this size class hold five rounds. The Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite gives you six, and it does it in a package that weighs just 16 ounces unloaded thanks to its anodized aluminum frame. That extra round matters when the whole point of a defensive revolver is having enough on board without a reload, and the weight savings matter every hour you spend carrying it. The carbon steel barrel and cylinder wear a matte black finish that matches the frame for a clean, low-key look that holds up to holster wear.
At 6.55 inches long, 4.80 inches tall, and 1.41 inches wide, this revolver disappears under a t-shirt in a decent holster or rides comfortably in a bag or jacket pocket. The 2 inch barrel keeps the profile short while the serrated ramp front sight and fixed rear notch stay snag-free on the draw. It's rated for .38 Special +P, so you can run modern defensive loads with confidence and save the standard-pressure stuff for practice days, where the softer recoil makes range sessions a lot more pleasant in a gun this light.
The double action/single action trigger gives you options. Run it double action for defensive work, or thumb the hammer back for a lighter, crisper single-action pull when you're ringing steel or tightening up groups. The finger-grooved rubber grip soaks up recoil better than you'd expect from a featherweight snubbie, and the transfer bar mechanism means the hammer can't reach the firing pin unless the trigger is fully pressed.
Revolvers stay popular for carry because there's not much to fuss over. No slide to rack, no magazine springs to worry about, and manipulation that's easy to learn for a first-time owner and familiar for anyone who grew up on wheelguns. The 856 Ultra-Lite takes that dependable formula, trims the weight, and adds a sixth round. That's a hard combination to argue with.
Yes, this revolver is rated for .38 Special +P, so it's safe to run higher-pressure defensive loads. Keep in mind that +P out of a 16 ounce gun has some bite, so many owners carry +P and practice with standard-pressure rounds to keep range time comfortable.
The biggest difference is capacity. Most small-frame snubbies hold five rounds, while the 856 holds six. It's still compact at 6.55 inches long and 16 ounces, so you get an extra round without giving up much in size or weight.
It's a solid pick. Revolvers are simple to load, check, and operate, with no slide to rack or magazines to manage. The DA/SA trigger lets new owners practice single action for accuracy while building up to the heavier double-action pull, and the rubber grip helps tame recoil.
It wears a serrated ramp front sight paired with a fixed rear notch machined into the frame. There's nothing to knock out of adjustment and nothing to snag on clothing during a draw, which is exactly what you want on a dedicated carry revolver.
| UPC | 725327620853 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2-85621UL |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Revolver |
| Barrel Finish | COLORED |
| Barrel Length | 2" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 10 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 1.9 |
| Package Width | 6.2 |
| Product Type | Revolver |
| Shipping Weight | 1.5 |
| Sights | Fixed Sights |
| Sights Type | FIXED |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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