Taurus 856 .38 special 2" snub nose revolver unboxing!

[@bigbossman3806]

I have a Hellcat and a SW EZ9 but my favorite is still the Taurus 856 in matt stainless, there is just something about a nice revolver that appeals to me. Thanks for the video.

[@jeffpaul8260]

I have a hellcat also, but typically carry either my 856 in an owb holster or my ruger lcp2 in 380 pocket holster. its way to hot where i live and i spend 90 percent of the year in cutoffs and a muscle tee shirt so not a lot of room to hide a gun.

[@gonecampingagain8457]

I picked one of these up about a year ago, immediately changed the springs and ran 500 rounds thru it. The trigger is extremely smooth and it’s really accurate for a 2”

[@brewhaha1380]

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[@adrianbrown7368]

What type of spring did you use? Thanks,

[@gonecampingagain8457]

@@adrianbrown7368 Galloway Precision. Very easy to install.

[@adrianbrown7368]

@@gonecampingagain8457 What difference did it make after doing so. Thanks,

[@gonecampingagain8457]

@@adrianbrown7368 reduced the trigger pull weight significantly. Best $ spent considering how the cost, impact, and simplicity of installation. My 9 year old daughter wasn’t able to pull the trigger easily but was able to almost effortlessly afterwards.

[@JohnDoeEagle1]

I had a Taurus stainless Model 85 in the early 1990s I wish I never sold. It came in the old black cardboard box with gold print and had factory wood grips on it. That was my beater when I wanted something cheap to carry or use (fishing/boat, garage, lawn work etc etc) gun instead of using my more expensive firearms. I just replaced it yesterday with a Taurus Model 856 stainless yesterday. I've ordered a pair of Altamont Super Walnut checkered boot grips for it because Taurus rubber grips have always looked gaudy and cheap. I am also considering the Ameriglo orange tritium night sight sold right on the Taurus website. For $400ish in total, or slightly less with the upgrades, you can't go wrong I wouldn't think. I'm a reloader and bullet caster so I can play around with many loads and experiment with them in it. Casting my own bullets and reloading my own ammo with components purchased before the 2020 shortage I can load a box of .38 Special ammo for about $3.50. I also just recently picked up a used Police trade in 1977 S&W Model 10-8 4" 6-shot .38 Special. I put a repro set of factory wood grips on it and a BK T-Grip mod adapter on it for that cool period correct old school look and feel. I touched up some of the bluing with some cold blue. Again I have about $400ish in it and you can't beat it for that. I think many people buying cheap junky polymer 9mm semi-auto pistols would be better served getting a revolver or saving more money to get a GLOCK or HK instead. Even so for what I am using these for a cheap or used revolver is the better option. When you pull it out it will fire even after setting loaded for years. Semi-autos require more maintenance and lubrication to keep them going. Don't believe for one second the old myth or wives tales about magazine springs not going bad while being loaded. Those people have never owned or worked on a classic car, old tractor or vintage switchblade that was stored closed for a very long time. I bought a West German 1995 (KF) Sig Sauer P-226 9mm shot very little and stored in a drawer that the magazine springs were completely shot. It's BS and a myth started by non mechanically inclined people. The only way a spring doesn't fatigue is if it is unloaded or uncompressed. I'm glad I picked this Taurus 856 stainless up and I will put it to good use along with my used S&W Model 10-8 Police service revolver.

[@michaelschaffer5984]

I got an 856 ULCH earlier this year. I found out the tritium front sight for the Defender model is for sale at Taurus. It's on my revolver now plus some Altamont grips. Great little revolver. I shoot wadcutters in it.

[@user-nx4nc2cs3f]

I really like my 856 stainless, had it a couple years now and it has a surprisingly smooth action given the price point.

[@Unclemike909]

My gun store near me hardly ever has these. Went in today for some ammo and saw they had 1 in stock so of course i took it. excited to pick it up soon

[@Gumby56]

Same here, thought I was done buying guns 3 years ago BUT when I saw this one, I had to have it!!!

[@Me2Lancer]

Thanks for your review of the Taurus M856. I've had mine for a couple years and carrying it today. Had the model 85 before that and both have functioned flawlessly.

[@beretta92x93]

I own the Defender model and the CH model, love them both. Just a joy to shoot and very accurate.

[@maxmccain8950]

I used that coupon and got a pair of those Viridian laser grips. I found out my hand is a bit to large and my trigger finger blocks the laser beam. The double action pull really smooths up nicely after a few hundred rounds. Great vid sir.

[@glenmo1]

I purchased 856 defender 3in barrel ..with big dot front sight with tritium insert .. titanium cericote finish & wood Altamonte grips .. fantastic fit finish and quality

[@tonysouth9403]

I purchased an 856 in matte black finish also. I love the little revolver and hope your gun returns to you soon. Great video and made me look at my barrel. Lol

[@DCopp]

It's been back

[@petersuarez651]

I've hear that if you use a little Silicone spray in the chambers, it'll help with the shell extractions. Just giving the chambers a nice shine with damp Q-Tip, not leaving any residue supposedly works.

[@kalstewart1971]

Thanks for making this video. I just purchased my 856, cleaned it up, and took it to the range. It shoots pretty nicely and accurate. My number is 8.

[@kalstewart1971]

I have a question, is it just me or was anyone else's 856 covered in red dust?

[@muhammadkamran1869]

How much you paid for 856?

[@kalstewart1971]

@@muhammadkamran1869 somewhere around $300

[@mdhargis]

Thanks for the video. I love my 856UL. My number is 9.

[@scottledbetter7212]

Great review ! Love my 856. Just subbed to your channel.

[@corybrown8422]

I have an 856 and the defender model. Great guns. Sucks about the the barrel shroud. Hopefully they get it back to you fast.

[@elmershiflett8154]

I love mine, just picked it up today

[@brandoncarter6293]

I just purchased the exact same model (hadn't even fired it yet) and could use a holster. I'll go with #15... Shame about the barrel being slightly off but good catch, it made me check also. Thanks for the video brother.

[@DCopp]

Just making sure you realize the holster is for a g3c or pt111g2

[@brandoncarter6293]

Roger. I was under the impression it was for the 856 but as you stated even with the 🔨 it's still easily concealable. I too have a PT 111 G2 & G2C in semi's but only have shoulder holsters for them and could use one for the hip though ☺️...

[@johnochicago8457]

I have that gun and it's great. Needed to be cleaned and oiled. Could also use a holster. Number 13

[@thepistolguy859]

Taurus really needs to up their QA no reason that should of got passed quality control.

[@bjj685]

Really nice gun.

[@anier1582]

Great vid! 3

[@LakesideAutobody]

That's crazy how that barrel is slanted like that. Nice looking gun though - great video SD.

[@DCopp]

Thanks Jerry. Yeah, I hope they address it. It's not right and will affect accuracy with the sights being off.

[@LakesideAutobody]

@@DCopp You're welcome. I think I might get my CCW permit soon as police are probably going to stop doing their jobs all together just to keep it - then things will get real bad. Like teachers - there are no consequences so there are no rules. :)

[@DCopp]

Bingo. I am planning on becoming a certified trainer

[@LakesideAutobody]

@@DCopp That's great! Let me know when and I'll sign up for your course.

[@georgeveneziano2754]

I have a 642 Smith &Wesson for pocket carrying. Love my Taurus I 856 / 605 definitely a fan thanks for the review

[@georgeveneziano2754]

I have

[@georgeveneziano2754]

I'll go with 10

[@katherinerivera7144]

Good video! Thank you! 20

[@aniea5664]

I'm getting this gun!

[@rembertreaves8062]

I like the video you put out , I just put it in the layaway, I would like to have the hostels your giving away, keep up the good work. No is 21

[@DavidJones-yt2ue]

Just bought the 856, having a hard time finding a holster. Number 14

[@DCopp]

Holster already given away. The fobus for the LCR fits

[@weissrw1]

Over torque is easy -- lock the barrel in a vice (padded) and stick a wood broom handle through the cylinder window (remove the cylinder first) and then bang the broom handle a couple of times until she's 12 o'clock. This is not complicated! We're talking a less than a degree most times. No lock-tight is needed -- such a small adjustment is still plenty tight. Now under-torqued is a problem -- there may be not enough thread to get to12 o'clock!

[@DCopp]

Warranty is easy too 😉

[@weissrw1]

@@DCopp Yes! Unless you're used to working on guns, it's probably a really good idea to use the warranty!! I get it, I have been doing light gunsmithing for about 20 years.

[@SnuffinDeep]

Did Taurus make good on fixing it?

[@LakesideAutobody]

Do they make a holster for inside of a jacket pocket. This snub nose would be great in a pocket of a coat but in a position ready to use.

[@DCopp]

Most pocket holsters would be sufficient for doing just that. A Sticky or Remora is a good choice as the texture grabs your fabric material and keeps it put.

[@LakesideAutobody]

@@DCopp Very cool - thanks SD. Have a good week :)

[@howardharris6978]

I want that Holster #3

[@HomeGrownJesse]

24 and thanks for the great video!

[@AK-ky3ou]

There aren’t any of these 2” in stainless on KZbin. It’s a shame they went to that black paint over the 85’s deep luscious bluing.

[@DCopp]

What company hasn't cheapened out? Seriously? Nobody takes pride in their basic offerings anymore.

[@AK-ky3ou]

@@DCopp true true, The thing that sucks is they don’t even offer a blued option. They actually really cut down on the number of sku’s in the 865 line from what it was when they were first released. Ex, they don’t offer the ul bobbed hammer stainless anymore or the colored frame options.

[@timrobinson6573]

Wow that is a bad cant. I just got an 856 2 weeks ago and my barrel is a little canted, not as bad as yours. Because of the cant my front sight looks a little off but it's just the tiniest bit. I don't know if I should send it back.

[@DCopp]

I might, but only if shipping was paid for me both ways like mine was...

[@soundofimpact3924]

I have the same Taurus 856 black ultra-lite. Hammerless - With the tiniest cant as well. It shoots well and is accurate, I have it for home defense...is it worth sending it back...is it a detriment in any way...is the question. I will bring to the local gun shop where I purchased it to see what they say. I have it 5 months now. I also have another black Taurus 856 only it is not the ultra-lite and it has a hammer, no issue at all with that barrel. Both 2in.

[@AK-ky3ou]

That sucks the canted barrel. Where I am that means if Taurus won’t repair it and wants to replace it, I’d have to go through the process of acquiring another firearm.

[@DCopp]

They replaced my gun

[@scorpio_x]

@@DCopp how long did it take to replace your gun?

[@DCopp]

@@scorpio_x month or so

[@thefleaflop]

Wow SD... Just picked up one of those yesterday, had to stop the video to.see of mine had the same defect.... Looked good at first but liked canted after a.few.secomds.... Still have not shot it.... Let us know how Taurus reacts to your complaint p!ease.... Thanks for the video...

[@DCopp]

Already did bud. Check the channel

[@OgKushmedic]

Did your come with a small black piece in a zip baggy

[@DCopp]

I dunno

[@leonardpiskacsr.7111]

@Snake Doc...Did Taurus ever make good on this...if so any Problems?😀

[@DCopp]

Sent me a new one, Check my vids

[@bkny6798]

I want to buy one. Where do you find one of these or is there a reliable online seller?? Seems like everywhere i look they're out of stock. Any help would be appreciated

[@DCopp]

Search using gun.deals site

[@jasonashley3393]

I'm thinking about getting one of these for a car gun.

[@deussanguinius4263]

Most stolen guns come from cars.

[@jasonashley9187]

I'll be in the car with the gun.

[@jameshavidic5415]

Send it over!

[@WickederThanThou]

My front sight wiggles a little bit. Is that normal?

[@DCopp]

No

[@TheJoeyoso]

did it come with a pocket holster?

[@DCopp]

Nope

[@deb8tekilla734]

21 I need this is it still up for grabs?

[@DCopp]

nope

[@Toxic-jf3sn]

I pulled out a plastic piece idk what to do with this

[@DCopp]

Toss it

[@Toxic-jf3sn]

@@DCopp k

[@karen24c3]

16 Hope it's the number!

[@SG__-gd1fy]

do you know revolver alpha proj construction czech republic opinions thanks

[@DCopp]

No idea, sorry

[@SG__-gd1fy]

@@DCopp ok

[@jar6588]

I got one I ran 50,000 rounds through it and gun melted so gona buy me another one😳🤣✌

[@tomrubino7009]

I have a taurus model 856 and like shooting it . this is my no. one carry I am a revolver person .I have semi autos but do not trust them I have already had them jam on me and that is a no no .

[@DCopp]

What model

[@PPD1911]

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[@thepistolguy859]

I got one in layaway

[@DCopp]

Carried mine all weekend in a cheap IWB holster from Amazon

[@Princefrancis2]

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[@christopherwajda1073]

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[@jaredn840]

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[@jaredn840]

@@DCopp email sent. Thank you!

[@tetospewpews9644]

Can anybody recommend me some great blackish or charcoal blackish grips for my Taurus 856, or similar to the falconia line of altamont

[@egdallis]

Vz grips

[@tetospewpews9644]

@@egdallis thanks

[@bigsteve7857]

19 is my number

[@joddyleaks8272]

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[@ep6606]

I’ve been told I have a nice bulge also

[@montycasper4300]

Friends don't let friends buy Taurus's. Lots of better options for just a couple of bucks more.

[@JohnDoeEagle1]

It depends on what kind of Taurus. Their revolvers are in a class by themselves. "A few bucks more".....more like $200+ more if you are talking a S&W or Ruger. Occasionally used Police trade ins pop up and you can get a great deal but they are fewer and farther in between these days. Most LEO Agencies phased out their revolvers in the 1980s and the days of buying them cheap are almost gone. I just picked up a used 1977 S&W Model 10-8 4" 6-shot Police trade- in this summer for $329. I've been looking for YEARS to find one though. They didn't last long and were sold out in a few days. Don't look at that as a common everyday option.

[@JohnDoeEagle1]

I had a Taurus stainless Model 85 in the early 1990s I wish I never sold. It came in the old black cardboard box with gold print and had factory wood grips on it. That was my beater when I wanted something cheap to carry or use (fishing/boat, garage, lawn work etc etc) gun instead of using my more expensive firearms.

[@keithtate1241]

I own three Taurus pistols, the G2C, G3, and TX22. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of them as they are reliable, accurate and they all eat everything I feed them. I plan to get an 856 and foresee no issues. You are operating on outdated information. With the new management Taurus has really upped their game.

[@montycasper4300]

@@JohnDoeEagle1 I had a ported Taurus 44spl snub in the 90's, wasn't cheap coz I didn't know how to buy a gun. It was horrible, even from a rest at 7 yards it couldn't shoot straight. Guns are legacy investments, few people will ever wear a gun out. Night and day difference between a good Smith or Ruger, let alone a performance center model or K6S. Much better to wait and get the right tool first time.

[@JohnDoeEagle1]

@@montycasper4300 I have Wilson Combat CQBs, Les Baer Thunder Ranch, Springfield Armory Custom Shop Professional, Dan Wesson 1911 .45s along with everything in between. That's not what these Taurus 856s of mine are used for. I'm a big GLOCK, Beretta, HK and Sig Sauer guy too, but those aren't $300 and disposable. Not something you would leave or carry in a tacklebox or toolbox.

[@jackieramos4623]

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[@edwinhenry8071]

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[@DCopp]

Drawing is over with

[@quintinsnipes7125]

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