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The Taurus 856CH is a hammerless .38 Special +P revolver built for shooters who prioritize concealment and simplicity. With a compact 2-inch barrel and total length under 6.6 inches, this small-frame six-shooter fits easily into an IWB holster, ankle rig, or jacket pocket—making it a serious contender for discrete everyday carry or backup defense. The concealed hammer design eliminates snag points on clothing and reduces printing, while the matte black oxide finish over carbon steel resists corrosion without drawing attention.
Double-action-only operation means no manual safety to remember under stress; you simply draw, press the trigger, and fire. The serrated ramp front sight and fixed rear sight provide a fast sight picture in close quarters, and the soft rubber grip absorbs recoil impulse despite the gun's modest 22-ounce weight. Chambered in .38 Spl +P, the 856CH delivers modern defensive ammunition performance in a platform that's simple to master and reliable to deploy.
This is a revolver that doesn't demand explanation or complicated operation. Load it with your chosen .38 +P rounds, holster it, and trust it to work exactly as designed. No safeties to fumble, no double-stack concerns, no learning curve. That straightforward philosophy has made snub-nose revolvers the default choice for plainclothes carry and deep concealment for decades—and the 856CH carries that tradition forward at an accessible price point.
| Caliber | .38 Special +P |
| Action | Double Action Only |
| Capacity | 6 Rounds |
| Barrel Length | 2.00 inches |
| Overall Length | 6.55 inches |
| Overall Height | 4.80 inches |
| Overall Width | 1.41 inches |
| Weight | 22 ounces |
| Frame Material | Carbon Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Steel |
| Cylinder Material | Steel Alloy |
| Finish | Matte Black (Frame, Barrel, Cylinder) |
| Front Sight | Serrated Ramp |
| Rear Sight | Fixed |
| Grip | Soft Rubber |
| Frame Size | Small |
Yes. The hammerless design and compact dimensions (2-inch barrel, 6.55 inches overall) make it well-suited to IWB carry. The matte black finish and small profile minimize printing in most garments.
The 856CH is chambered in .38 Special +P, but standard .38 Special ammunition will function safely in the cylinder. The +P rating simply means the gun is certified to safely handle higher-pressure defensive loads.
The revolver has no external manual safety lever. Double-action-only operation inherently provides safety—the long, deliberate trigger press is the safety mechanism. The gun cannot fire unless the trigger is pressed.
One revolver with one steel-alloy cylinder, chambered in .38 Spl +P. Ammunition, holster, and speedloaders are sold separately.
SKU: 120921310 • Width: 6.4in • Height: 1.9in • Depth: 9.8in • Weight: 1.9oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Taurus 856CH is a hammerless .38 Special +P revolver built for shooters who prioritize concealment and simplicity. With a compact 2-inch barrel and total length under 6.6 inches, this small-frame six-shooter fits easily into an IWB holster, ankle rig, or jacket pocket—making it a serious contender for discrete everyday carry or backup defense. The concealed hammer design eliminates snag points on clothing and reduces printing, while the matte black oxide finish over carbon steel resists corrosion without drawing attention.
Double-action-only operation means no manual safety to remember under stress; you simply draw, press the trigger, and fire. The serrated ramp front sight and fixed rear sight provide a fast sight picture in close quarters, and the soft rubber grip absorbs recoil impulse despite the gun's modest 22-ounce weight. Chambered in .38 Spl +P, the 856CH delivers modern defensive ammunition performance in a platform that's simple to master and reliable to deploy.
This is a revolver that doesn't demand explanation or complicated operation. Load it with your chosen .38 +P rounds, holster it, and trust it to work exactly as designed. No safeties to fumble, no double-stack concerns, no learning curve. That straightforward philosophy has made snub-nose revolvers the default choice for plainclothes carry and deep concealment for decades—and the 856CH carries that tradition forward at an accessible price point.
| Caliber | .38 Special +P |
| Action | Double Action Only |
| Capacity | 6 Rounds |
| Barrel Length | 2.00 inches |
| Overall Length | 6.55 inches |
| Overall Height | 4.80 inches |
| Overall Width | 1.41 inches |
| Weight | 22 ounces |
| Frame Material | Carbon Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Steel |
| Cylinder Material | Steel Alloy |
| Finish | Matte Black (Frame, Barrel, Cylinder) |
| Front Sight | Serrated Ramp |
| Rear Sight | Fixed |
| Grip | Soft Rubber |
| Frame Size | Small |
Yes. The hammerless design and compact dimensions (2-inch barrel, 6.55 inches overall) make it well-suited to IWB carry. The matte black finish and small profile minimize printing in most garments.
The 856CH is chambered in .38 Special +P, but standard .38 Special ammunition will function safely in the cylinder. The +P rating simply means the gun is certified to safely handle higher-pressure defensive loads.
The revolver has no external manual safety lever. Double-action-only operation inherently provides safety—the long, deliberate trigger press is the safety mechanism. The gun cannot fire unless the trigger is pressed.
One revolver with one steel-alloy cylinder, chambered in .38 Spl +P. Ammunition, holster, and speedloaders are sold separately.
SKU: 120921310 • Width: 6.4in • Height: 1.9in • Depth: 9.8in • Weight: 1.9oz