The Taurus M85 Ultra-Lite is a 5-shot aluminum-alloy snub-nose revolver in .38 Special. One of the lightest .38 revolvers available, it trades some shooting comfort for maximum concealability. A direct competitor to the S&W Airweight. Type: Revolver Action: DA/SA Caliber: .38 Special Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1994, Brazil Weight: 13.5 oz Overall length: 6.5" Status: Active Intended use: Concealed Carry, Backup Gun