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There is a reason the Crickett has been the go-to first rifle for so many families over the years. It is sized for kids from the ground up, not just a shortened adult gun, with an 11.5 inch length of pull, a 30 inch overall length, and a weight that stays under 3 pounds. Small arms and short necks can get behind the sights comfortably, which makes a bigger difference in those first range sessions than most people expect.
The Gen2 version of My First Rifle adds the EZ Loader, a small feed ramp that guides rimfire rounds into the chamber so little fingers are not fumbling cartridges at the loading port. Keystone also includes sling swivel studs from the factory on Gen2 models, handy once your young hunter starts carrying it to the deer stand or squirrel woods. The action is a manual-cocking, single shot bolt action, so the rifle only fires after the shooter deliberately pulls the cocking knob back. That deliberate pace slows everything down and keeps the focus on making one good shot. A rebounding firing pin stays blocked until the trigger is pulled, adding another layer of protection.
This version pairs a 16.125 inch stainless steel barrel and stainless receiver with a synthetic stock in classic M81 Woodland camo. Kids are not gentle on gear, and this combination shrugs off rain, mud, and the occasional drop in the dirt far better than blued steel and walnut. Wipe it down and it is ready for the next trip.
The adjustable rear peep sight and fixed front post teach proper sight alignment the right way, and the receiver is drilled and tapped if you decide to add a scope down the road. It chambers .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 LR, so you can start with quiet, low-recoil ammo and work up as confidence grows. It is a simple, well-built little rifle that does exactly what a first rifle should.
The EZ Loader is a small feed ramp built into Gen2 Crickett rifles that helps guide the cartridge into the chamber as you load it. It solves the most common gripe with the original design, where small rounds could be fiddly to seat in the loading port. For young kids with small hands, it makes solo loading a lot smoother.
Working the bolt chambers the round but does not cock the rifle. The shooter has to pull the cocking knob at the rear of the bolt before it can fire, so the rifle sits completely inert until that deliberate step is taken. It is a smart setup for teaching new shooters, and it pairs with a rebounding firing pin that stays blocked until the trigger is pulled.
Yes, the receiver is drilled and tapped, so you can add a scope base and small rimfire optic when your shooter is ready. Most families start with the factory peep sight to build fundamentals, then add glass later. Keystone and several aftermarket companies make bases sized for the Crickett.
It is chambered to handle .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle in standard or high velocity loadings. Since it is a single shot with no magazine to feed, you do not have to worry about cycling issues with shorter cartridges. A lot of parents start with quiet .22 Shorts or CB-type loads to keep noise and recoil at a minimum for a first-timer.
| UPC | 611613021711 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | KSA2171 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 16.125" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 LR |
| Capacity | 1 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | Firing Pin |
| Shipping Weight | 0.0 |
| Sights | Open Rifle Sights |
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