This is a firearm — here's how it works
- Order online. Pay in full; we ship it from our warehouse into the shop.
- We receive it. The firearm ships to us (or your chosen FFL) — never to your door.
- DROS & the 10-day wait. California background check and the mandatory 10-day waiting period begin at the counter.
- Pick up & transfer. Bring valid ID and required documents; we complete the compliant transfer.
Description
The Taurus 856 is ideal for on-body or off-body carry and for home defense usage. Featuring soft rubber grips; double/single action; removable serrated front/fixed rear sights and a transfer bar safety.
Specifications
| Action | Double / Single Action |
|---|---|
| Caliber / Gauge | .38 Special |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Barrel length | 2" |
| Firearm type | Revolver |
| Model | 856 |
| Overall length | 6.55 |
| Color | Black |
| Safety | Transfer Bar |
| Sights | Removable Front/Fixed Rear |
| Barrel finish | MATTE BLACK |
| Sight type | FIXED |
California compliance
Every firearm sale runs through the standard California process: an in-person DROS background check, the mandatory 10-day waiting period, a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), and proof of California residency. The 11% AB 28 firearms excise tax is collected at checkout and shown as a separate, non-taxable line.
Taurus 2-85621 856 *CA Compliant Small 38 Special +P 6 Shot 2″ Matte Black Carbon Steel Barrel, Cylinder & Frame, Black Finger Grooved Rubber Grip, Transfer Bar Safety, Exposed Hammer
In stock at our warehouse — ready to ship
It's not in our Napa cases today, but it's in stock at our warehouse and ready to ship. You complete the purchase and pick it up at the counter, same as anything else — we text you when it lands.
This is a firearm: it transfers through a licensed dealer and never ships to your door. You'll choose our Napa counter or your own dealer at checkout.
