Keystone Sporting Arms Crickett .22 LR Single Shot Youth Rifle – Blued/Camo Laminate

The Crickett from Keystone Sporting Arms has earned its reputation as the go-to introductory rifle for young shooters learning the fundamentals. Chambered in .22 LR and built around a simple single-shot action, it instills safe, deliberate shooting habits from the very first range session. The scaled-down proportions and lightweight build make it a natural fit for youth shooters, while the blued finish paired with a camo laminate stock delivers durability that holds up to field use.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .22 LR, the ideal cartridge for youth and introductory shooting.
• Features a single-shot bolt action that promotes safe, focused shooting fundamentals.
• The barrel measures 16.125 inches for a manageable, well-balanced feel in younger hands.
• Overall length is 32 inches, sized specifically for youth shooters.
• Finished in a blued metal finish paired with a camo laminate stock for durability and field-ready style.
• A 1-in-16 inch rate of twist optimizes stability and accuracy with standard .22 LR ammunition.
• Equipped with open rifle sights to teach proper sight alignment before optics are introduced.
• The firing pin safety provides a straightforward, reliable manual safety mechanism.
• Ships at a lightweight 3.9 lbs, making it easy for young shooters to handle confidently.

The Crickett is more than a starter rifle — it’s the foundation of a lifetime of safe, skilled shooting. Purpose-built for young hunters and range shooters, it combines a proven single-shot platform with youth-specific ergonomics and a rugged camo laminate stock that can go anywhere. Whether it’s an introduction to the shooting sports or a first hunt, the Crickett delivers the reliability and simplicity that builds real confidence behind the trigger.