Keystone Sporting Arms Crickett 6061 .22 LR Single Shot Bolt Action Rifle – Black Alloy

The Crickett 6061 is a purpose-built .22 LR single shot bolt action rifle designed to introduce new shooters to safe, fundamental marksmanship. Constructed with a 6061 aluminum alloy receiver finished in black, it delivers a lightweight, durable platform well-suited for youth training, small game hunting, and range fundamentals. The scaled-down proportions and straightforward manual of arms make it an ideal first rifle without sacrificing the quality that responsible shooters expect.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .22 LR for affordable, low-recoil shooting.
• Features a single shot bolt action for deliberate, fundamentals-focused operation.
• The barrel measures 16.125 inches for a compact, manageable overall length.
• Rifled at a 1-in-16 inch twist rate to stabilize standard .22 LR projectiles effectively.
• Ships with fixed peep sights for accurate, no-snag target acquisition right out of the box.
• Finished in an all-black color scheme for a clean, classic look.
• The receiver is machined from 6061 aluminum alloy for a strong, corrosion-resistant build.
• Ships at a lean 4.95 lbs, keeping the rifle easy to handle for smaller-framed shooters.

The Crickett 6061 earns its reputation as one of the most trusted introductory rifles on the market — and for good reason. Its no-frills design strips marksmanship down to its essentials: proper stance, sight alignment, trigger control, and follow-through. Whether you’re putting a young shooter on their first squirrel or running drills at the bench, this rifle delivers consistent, reliable performance in a package built to last. Add it to your collection and give the next generation of shooters the right foundation from day one.