The Crickett by Keystone Sporting Arms is purpose-built as a first rifle, delivering a scaled-down, single-shot .22 LR platform that teaches safe firearm handling and marksmanship fundamentals without compromise. The black/stainless package pairs a corrosion-resistant stainless barrel with a clean, classic black stock, giving young or new shooters a durable, easy-to-maintain rifle right out of the box. Simple, reliable, and accurately sized, the Crickett has earned its place as one of the most trusted introductory rifles in the country.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .22 LR, the most widely available rimfire cartridge for affordable, low-recoil practice.
- The bolt-action, single-shot design reinforces deliberate, safe shooting habits from day one.
- The barrel measures 16.25 inches, keeping overall length compact and manageable for smaller shooters.
- A rate of twist of 1-in-16 stabilizes standard .22 LR projectiles for consistent accuracy at typical rimfire ranges.
- Sights include a fixed front and adjustable peep rear, allowing beginners to learn proper sight alignment with a forgiving aperture system.
- The firing pin safety provides a straightforward, reliable manual safety mechanism suited to introductory training.
- Capacity is 1 round, keeping the focus on trigger discipline and fundamentals.
- The stainless steel barrel paired with the black stock finish offers a durable, low-maintenance combination built to last through years of range sessions.
Whether you’re introducing a young shooter to the range for the first time or looking for a no-nonsense plinker that builds real skills, the Crickett delivers exactly what it promises — a well-built, reliable rimfire rifle that doesn’t cut corners where it counts. The adjustable peep rear sight gives new shooters a genuine head start on marksmanship, while the single-shot action keeps safety front and center. This is the rifle that’s started countless lifelong shooting careers, and it’s easy to see why.
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