Taurus 85 Ultra-lite Revolver, .38 Special, 2″ Barrel

The Taurus Model 85 Ultra-Lite is a compact, aluminum-alloy frame snub-nose revolver designed primarily for concealed carry and personal defense. First introduced in standard steel formats during the 1980s, Taurus launched the "Ultra-Lite" variation to directly compete with more expensive lightweight options like Smith & Wesson's Airweight line. By swapping out the traditional steel frame for high-strength aluminum alloy, Taurus shaved roughly 5 ounces off the original model's carry profile while retaining steel components for the barrel and cylinder where pressure containment matters most.