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There's a reason the Crickett gets called "My First Rifle." Keystone builds these specifically for kids learning the ropes, and this Gen 2 package in pink takes the guesswork out of getting started. You get the rifle, a Crickett 4×32 scope with mounting base, and a soft carry case, so a new shooter can go from the box to the bench without hunting down accessories.
The design is all about deliberate, supervised shooting. It's a single shot bolt action that has to be manually cocked before each shot, similar to thumbing back a revolver hammer, which gives an instructor a natural pause to check form and talk through each step. A rebounding firing pin blocks the pin automatically to help prevent accidental discharge. Gen 2 models add the EZ Loader feed ramp, which makes dropping a round into the chamber noticeably easier for small fingers, plus factory-installed sling swivel studs.
The numbers tell the story here. The 11.5 inch length of pull fits young shoulders properly, overall length runs about 30.5 inches, and the whole rifle weighs right around 3 pounds. The trigger breaks at a manageable 2.5 to 3 pounds, light enough that a kid isn't yanking the gun off target trying to fire. The pink synthetic stock shrugs off dings and weather better than wood, and the blued barrel and receiver keep the classic rifle look. If your young shooter outgrows the 4×32 scope or wants to learn on irons first, there's a fixed front sight and adjustable rear peep waiting underneath.
Between cheap, low-recoil .22 LR ammo and the simple manual of arms, this setup is built for long afternoons of plinking, first squirrel hunts, and learning fundamentals the right way. Keystone makes these in the USA and backs them with a lifetime warranty, so the same little rifle often gets handed down to the next kid in line.
The Crickett is sized for young beginners, generally kids in the elementary to early middle school range depending on their build. The 11.5 inch length of pull and roughly 3 pound weight are the key numbers, and most kids fit it well from around age 5 or 6 until they need something with an adult-length stock. Adult supervision at the range is a must with any youth rifle.
After loading a round and closing the bolt, the shooter pulls back a knob at the rear of the bolt to cock the rifle, similar to cocking a revolver hammer. The rifle won't fire until that step happens, which builds in a deliberate pause before every shot. Combined with the rebounding firing pin block, it's one of the more instructor-friendly designs in the youth rifle category.
The 4×32 scope and mounting base come in the box but typically need to be installed and zeroed before use. The receiver is drilled and tapped for Crickett scope mounts, so setup is straightforward with basic tools. It's also a good excuse to teach a new shooter how sighting in works.
Gen 2 models add the EZ Loader feed ramp, which guides the round into the chamber and makes loading much easier for small hands. They also come with sling swivel studs installed from the factory. Beyond those upgrades, it keeps the same manually cocked single shot action the Crickett is known for.
| UPC | 611613122203 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | KSA2220BSC |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 16.25" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 LR |
| Capacity | 1 |
| Color | BLUED |
| Length | 32 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 2.6 |
| Package Width | 9.0 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | Thumb |
| Shipping Weight | 5.4 |
| Sights | Adjustable Sights |
| Youth Rifle | Yes |
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