Keystone Sporting Arms Crickett .22 LR Stainless / Blue Laminate Youth Single Shot Rifle

The Crickett by Keystone Sporting Arms is the benchmark youth .22 LR rifle, purpose-built to introduce new shooters to safe, responsible marksmanship. Chambered in .22 LR with a manageable single-shot action, this model pairs a stainless steel barrel with an eye-catching blue laminate stock — combining durability with a look young shooters are proud to carry to the range or into the field.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .22 LR, ideal for beginners and youth shooters developing fundamental skills.
• Features a single-shot bolt action, reinforcing safe and deliberate shooting habits.
• The barrel measures 16.125 inches in stainless steel for corrosion resistance and easy maintenance.
• Overall length is 32 inches, sized specifically for youth and smaller-framed shooters.
• Rate of twist is 1-in-16 inches, optimized for stable .22 LR projectile performance.
• Equipped with open rifle sights straight from the factory for instinctive, iron-sight fundamentals.
• Safety system utilizes a firing pin block for reliable passive protection.
• Features a striking blue laminate stock that is both moisture-resistant and visually distinctive.
• Ships at approximately 4.05 lbs, keeping the platform lightweight and easy for young shooters to handle.

The Crickett has earned its reputation as America’s go-to first rifle for good reason — every detail is engineered around safe, enjoyable shooting for new marksmen. The stainless and blue laminate combination gives this rifle a premium look that holds up to seasons of use, while the scaled-down dimensions ensure a proper fit that builds confidence from the very first shot. Whether it’s a first trip to the range or a youth deer season, the Crickett delivers a quality foundation that young shooters will remember for life.