
The Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Defender Night Sight is a compact six-shot revolver designed for everyday carry and personal defense. Its lightweight aluminum alloy frame helps reduce carry weight, while the three-inch barrel provides a practical balance of concealability, control, and sight radius. Chambered in .38 Special, the revolver features a blue and black finish, a Hogue rubber grip for a secure hold, and a front night sight with an orange outline for improved visibility in low-light conditions. The double-action design supports straightforward operation for defensive use.
Key features
- Six-shot .38 Special cylinder provides dependable defensive capacity
- Lightweight aluminum alloy frame weighs approximately 15 ounces for easier everyday carry
- Three-inch barrel balances portability with practical handling and accuracy
- Front night sight with orange outline improves sight visibility in low-light conditions
- Hogue rubber grip helps reduce felt recoil and maintain a secure shooting grip
- Double-action revolver design offers simple, reliable operation without a detachable magazine
The Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Defender Night Sight combines a lightweight carry-friendly design with practical defensive features for everyday protection.
Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Defender Night Sight .38 Special: quick facts
- What caliber is the Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Defender Night Sight .38 Special?
- It is chambered in .38 Special.
- How many rounds does it hold?
- 6 rounds; magazines included: 0.
- How big and heavy is it?
- Barrel length 3 inches, overall length 7.3 inches, weight 15 ounces.
- What kind of action does it use?
- Double Action.
- Is it optic ready or threaded?
- Optic ready: No; threaded barrel: No.
- What sights and finish does it have?
- Sights: Night Sights; finish: Blue/Black.
- Is it new or used?
- New, in the original packaging.
- Can I buy it in Kansas?
- Yes. It ships to a licensed FFL dealer in Kansas; you pick it up there after the background check. Kansas buyers pick this handgun up at a local dealer after a NICS check at 21 or older, with no permit and no waiting period; permitless carry applies from 21.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes, at $424.34. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.
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