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Taurus Defender 856 TORO

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Optic-ready Taurus 856 revolver with Taurus Optic Ready Option system. First mass-market revolver with factory optic mounting capability.

Type: Revolver

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: .38 Spl

Capacity: 6

Year introduced: 2022, Brazil

Weight: 22 oz

Overall length: 7.5"

Status: Active

Intended use: Home Defense, Concealed Carry