The Taurus 856 Executive 38 Special is a handgun from Taurus. This configuration is built around Double Action Only, a 3-inch barrel, and a listed capacity of 6.

The action is Double Action Only. Barrel length is 3 inches. Capacity is listed as 6 rounds.

The finish is satin stainless steel. The sights are serrated front sight. The stock, frame, and grip specification is Altamont Walnut Checkered.

Overall length is 7.5 inches, and weight is 25 oz. This configuration is in the 856 SERIES. The store SKU is TA856S3EX.

Use 3 inches when you compare size with other Taurus handguns, because barrel length is one of the fields that changes between similar model numbers. The satin stainless steel finish is the surface treatment to match if you are comparing color or coating with another Taurus configuration of the same model. The model name to compare is 856 Executive. A close Taurus model can differ in finish, capacity, barrel, sights, or included parts, and those differences are the reason this page stays with this configuration.

The caliber to match is 38 Special. The same model name in another caliber is a different firearm. Additional information on this page repeats the published specification list for this exact configuration. If a measurement is not in that list, it is not stated here and should not be assumed. Read as a checklist, manufacturer is Taurus, model is 856 Executive, caliber is 38 Special, action is Double Action Only, barrel length is 3", capacity is 6, finish is Satin Stainless Steel, and sights is Serrated Front Sight.

Read 856 Executive as one configuration from Taurus, not as a stand-in for every handgun that shares the brand. The caliber printed for this listing is 38 Special.

Compare the Taurus 856 Executive 38 Special with more Handguns, or browse the full Send It Guns catalog. See the official Taurus site.