Just got mine last week and got lucky. I wanted this one but couldn’t find it. I finally ordered a stainless. When I got to the dealer, we opened the box, surprise they sent the tungsten gray. It is a great shooter and I love it.
I got this a couple years ago. You are right it was a hard version of the revolver to find. Totally worth it tho. I cc it every day with +p semi wadcutters
this was the one I wanted originally and it's def the best of the regular 3" ones. I now want the Executive grade I think. I want to put a green fiber optic on the front of it too.
I carry an old 85 UL that I love. One day I will probably pick one of these up. I prefer a shorter barrel for appendix carry. I got a 3 inch charter arms and it stabs my member
I own a defender ultralite, great weapon. the .38spl @ close range, even with standard ammo, will put any man in the dirt. this taurus feels great & is a natural pointer. a purpose designed PDW & they nailed it, imho ✌️
@@jaydee5156 Oh yes. I should have said tungsten cerrocoat. They are all stainless. I have two 1911’s and my Canik SC are all tungsten gray color. I just like the sleek look..
a few months ago I bought two Taurus model 605 defender revolvers. one black 2 inch barrel, one stainless mat finish 3 inch barrel, funky grips but feels good I did a water jug expansion test today. my reload 125 gr sjhp , magnum primers, h 800. - x powder 9.7 grains . my new chronograph on back order. data was for 7-8 inch barrel showing close to 1700 feet per second.i can only estimate speed for now in the 2 in barrel 1225- 1275 fps. the retrieved bullet 1/32 in short of 5/8 in across and retaining weight 124.4 grains.no noticed primer flatting. will cost around 10-12 dollars a box of 50 rounds.the only bow I bought at local gun shop was Remington hat 20 round box around 32-35 dollars.thats why I've reloaded for over 43 years.papa wishing you well
I have one I have one in stainless, love the size and feel. Also .38 is plenty of power IMO, thinking about .357 killing neighbors after passing through walls.
Mine is matte black stainless with Hogue grips. I like it a lot. I have to get mine out on the range also. I passed on one at another dealer that had timing problems. Mine works just fine like it should and I spent a few days looking it over to make sure it had no defects or damage. Now I just hope it shoots like it should. I know they shot it a lot at the factory because it was really dirty for a new revolver. Thanks for sharing.
@@visiblereviews The Hogue grips came with the revolver. They are rubber and I like the feel of them to cushion recoil but I like wood grips also. I used to put Pachmayr rubber wrap around grips on my autoloaders. The wood grips look better and feel fine but they are not as good at cushioning recoil. Grips are just personal preference.
The +p rating on this gun is questionable. I have the stainless version and have done lots of research on it. Even Taurus says it should not be shot through this pistol often
Since you consulted Taurus about this one, it's enough reason to avoid it. However, when it comes to .38 spl +p the only Taurus revolvers I heard that have issues with +p ammo are those ultra light models. The 85 titanium was the worst, but otherwise I don't generally see complaints with people feeding Taurus a steady diet of hot loads. So, good to see your advice. Since it's like this, maybe the new Rossi 63 by Taurus would be a better choice. Same 3", but in .357 mag (but with integral hammer, so the firing pin is attached to it).
@@Neomalthusiano I have shot plus p defensive ammo out of and it was great! Although,I would reserve that for defensive situation. Otherwise I still believe it's a fantastic pistol! I actually really liked it a lot! Super fun to shoot with very minimal recoil
Anch'io ho un revolver Taurus in 38 special + P, finitura satinata, impugnatura a lamelle, sono molto contento del mio acquisto e spararci è un piacere, saluti dall'Italia
Just got mine last week and got lucky. I wanted this one but couldn’t find it. I finally ordered a stainless. When I got to the dealer, we opened the box, surprise they sent the tungsten gray. It is a great shooter and I love it.
I got this a couple years ago. You are right it was a hard version of the revolver to find. Totally worth it tho. I cc it every day with +p semi wadcutters
Nice Taurus 856!!!! Thanks for sharing your unboxing!
I’m buying this exact model in the coming weeks. Beautiful revolver.
Nice!
Nice piece! Looks great!
this was the one I wanted originally and it's def the best of the regular 3" ones. I now want the Executive grade I think. I want to put a green fiber optic on the front of it too.
I carry an old 85 UL that I love. One day I will probably pick one of these up. I prefer a shorter barrel for appendix carry. I got a 3 inch charter arms and it stabs my member
I have the stainless steel and black finished stainless steel models. According to Taurus, the Tungsten model is also stainless steel.
Nice. I have been thinking about buying this model in a black finish. You are correct; according to Taurus, the Tungsten model is stainless steel.
I own a defender ultralite, great weapon. the .38spl @ close range, even with standard ammo, will put any man in the dirt. this taurus feels great & is a natural pointer. a purpose designed PDW & they nailed it, imho ✌️
@@jaydee5156 Oh yes. I should have said tungsten cerrocoat. They are all stainless. I have two 1911’s and my Canik SC are all tungsten gray color. I just like the sleek look..
@@jimthomas5389 It's a good look and the Altamont wood grips really set it off.
A beauty 😊
a few months ago I bought two Taurus model 605 defender revolvers. one black 2 inch barrel, one stainless mat finish 3 inch barrel, funky grips but feels good
I did a water jug expansion test today. my reload 125 gr sjhp , magnum primers, h 800. - x powder 9.7 grains . my new chronograph on back order. data was for 7-8 inch barrel showing close to 1700 feet per second.i can only estimate speed for now in the 2 in barrel 1225- 1275 fps. the retrieved bullet 1/32 in short of 5/8 in across and retaining weight 124.4 grains.no noticed primer flatting. will cost around 10-12 dollars a box of 50 rounds.the only bow I bought at local gun shop was Remington hat 20 round box around 32-35 dollars.thats why I've reloaded for over 43 years.papa wishing you well
Thank you.
I have one I have one in stainless, love the size and feel. Also .38 is plenty of power IMO, thinking about .357 killing neighbors after passing through walls.
Very nice
Mine is matte black stainless with Hogue grips. I like it a lot. I have to get mine out on the range also. I passed on one at another dealer that had timing problems. Mine works just fine like it should and I spent a few days looking it over to make sure it had no defects or damage. Now I just hope it shoots like it should. I know they shot it a lot at the factory because it was really dirty for a new revolver. Thanks for sharing.
I looked up Hogue grips; they have a good selection. Hopefully, yours shoots as it should, and I hope not to encounter any issues with mine.
@@visiblereviews The Hogue grips came with the revolver. They are rubber and I like the feel of them to cushion recoil but I like wood grips also. I used to put Pachmayr rubber wrap around grips on my autoloaders. The wood grips look better and feel fine but they are not as good at cushioning recoil. Grips are just personal preference.
Same, also mine came unoiled, did urs?
@@guuwop48 Haha. Mine came dirty. Really dirty. Factory test fired. So yeah no oil.
Nice looking revolver, I like the 357 magnum though.
That's the one I have nice!!
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The black rubber grip may be a little small for your hand as you are holding it including your trigger finger. 😁
Understood.
Very nice looking revolver. I plan on getting this one when available. Have you shot it yet? Thanks for sharing
I have not shot it yet, plan to within the next two to three weeks.
The Gun Collective T&E had his brand new .38spl high end Taurus revolver break apart! 😟
Hey bud I'm thinking about getting one I really love the grip it looks like a lighter grey is that like a lighter grey or darker grey in person
It may look a bit darker in person. It all depends on the time of day and lighting.
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The +p rating on this gun is questionable. I have the stainless version and have done lots of research on it. Even Taurus says it should not be shot through this pistol often
I agree.
Since you consulted Taurus about this one, it's enough reason to avoid it. However, when it comes to .38 spl +p the only Taurus revolvers I heard that have issues with +p ammo are those ultra light models. The 85 titanium was the worst, but otherwise I don't generally see complaints with people feeding Taurus a steady diet of hot loads. So, good to see your advice. Since it's like this, maybe the new Rossi 63 by Taurus would be a better choice. Same 3", but in .357 mag (but with integral hammer, so the firing pin is attached to it).
@@Neomalthusiano I have shot plus p defensive ammo out of and it was great! Although,I would reserve that for defensive situation. Otherwise I still believe it's a fantastic pistol! I actually really liked it a lot! Super fun to shoot with very minimal recoil
I like ho the gun is in a box wrapped in plastic like a smart phone lol
Anch'io ho un revolver Taurus in 38 special + P, finitura satinata, impugnatura a lamelle, sono molto contento del mio acquisto e spararci è un piacere, saluti dall'Italia
Greetings, thank you for sharing.
Lindo revólver quanto você pagou?
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Wow nice gun what was the price thanks
$449.99
Mine didn't come with any of that extra shit I just bought got mine last week 😒
That sucks.
Sounds like the store stole your stuff, they all come with the extras.
@@cloycespears9632nly 3inch does
Look under the insert in your box
OMG dude just show the gun.