Taurus Revolvers
Taurus 850
Specs, variants & prices
Taurus currently makes 4 versions of the 850 revolver, all chambered in 38 SPECIAL. Barrels run from 2" to 3". None of these versions comes cut for a red dot. Taurus's suggested retail prices run from $463.99 to $480.99, and stores set their own prices from there. The table below lines up every version so you can compare them at a glance.
What versions of the Taurus 850 are there?
4 current versions. Specs and measurements are Taurus's own.
Taurus 850 Black 2″, 38 SPECIAL, 2.00 In., 5 Rounds, Matte Black
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-850121
- Caliber
- 38 SPECIAL
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 2.00 In.
- Overall length
- 7.66 In.
- Weight
- 22.75 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Black
- Details
- Action: DAO; Frame size: Small; Frame: Alloy Steel; Barrel: Alloy Steel; Cylinder: Alloy Steel; Height: 4.59 In.; Width: 1.34 In.; Front sight: Removable Serrated Blade; Rear sight: Fixed; Twist: 1:16.5-in RH Twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $463.99
Taurus 850 Black 3″, 38 SPECIAL, 3.00 In., 5 Rounds, Matte Black
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-850131
- Caliber
- 38 SPECIAL
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 3.00 In.
- Overall length
- 8.66 In.
- Weight
- 22.75 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Black
- Details
- Action: DAO; Frame size: Small; Frame: Alloy Steel; Barrel: Alloy Steel; Cylinder: Alloy Steel; Height: 4.59 In.; Width: 1.34 In.; Front sight: Removable Serrated Blade; Rear sight: Fixed; Twist: 1:16.5-in RH Twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $463.99
Taurus 850 Stainless 2″, 38 SPECIAL, 2.00 In., 5 Rounds, Matte Stainless
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-850129
- Caliber
- 38 SPECIAL
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 2.00 In.
- Overall length
- 7.66 In.
- Weight
- 22.75 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- Details
- Action: DAO; Frame size: Small; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 4.59 In.; Width: 1.34 In.; Front sight: Removable Serrated Blade; Rear sight: Fixed; Twist: 1:16.5-in RH Twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $480.99
Taurus 850 Stainless 3″, 38 SPECIAL, 3.00 In., 5 Rounds, Matte Stainless
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 2-850139
- Caliber
- 38 SPECIAL
- Capacity
- 5 Rounds
- Barrel
- 3.00 In.
- Overall length
- 8.66 In.
- Weight
- 22.75 Oz. (Unloaded)
- Finish
- Matte Stainless
- Details
- Action: DAO; Frame size: Small; Frame: Stainless Steel; Barrel: Stainless Steel; Cylinder: Stainless Steel; Height: 4.59 In.; Width: 1.34 In.; Front sight: Removable Serrated Blade; Rear sight: Fixed; Twist: 1:16.5-in RH Twist; Cylinders included: 1
- MSRP
- $480.99
What calibers does the 850 come in?
Every current version is chambered in 38 SPECIAL.
Is the 850 optics-ready?
None of these versions comes cut for a red dot.
How much does a Taurus 850 cost?
Taurus's suggested retail prices run from $463.99 to $480.99, depending on the version. Tap “See prices” next to any version to see what retailers are asking.
Can you buy one in California or Massachusetts?
California and Massachusetts each keep their own list of handguns approved for sale, and a gun has to be on it before a dealer there can sell it to you. State rules change, so check our California and Massachusetts pages before you buy.
What's the latest on the 850?
Nothing new on the 850 lately.
Specs from Taurus, checked October 29, 2026 (source). Spot a mistake? Let us know and we'll fix it. Taurus is a trademark of its owner, listed for identification only. Firearms Almanac isn't affiliated with Taurus.