Keystone Crickett Rifle Stainless/Green Synthetic Web Stock

About this product

What is the Keystone Crickett Rifle Stainless/Green Synthetic Web Stock? It’s a purpose-built, single-shot bolt-action .22 LR rifle engineered specifically for introducing new shooters to fundamental marksmanship under strict supervision. The 16.1-inch barrel and 11.5-inch length of pull create a 30-inch overall package that fits shooters as young as six years old, while the mechanical design enforces a deliberate, controlled firing sequence to build proper habits from the first range session.

What is the Keystone Crickett Rifle used for?

This rifle is used for introductory firearms training under direct adult supervision. I deploy it at my range to teach trigger discipline, sight alignment, and manual of arms to first-time shooters, typically aged 6–12. Its single-shot action and rebounding firing pin enforce a slow, deliberate cadence—you cannot simply cycle the bolt and fire again. Every shot requires manually cocking the exposed hammer before the safety can be disengaged, which forces the student to pause and reposition.

How does the Keystone Crickett compare to the Stevens 334?

The Crickett is better for first-time youth shooters under age 10, while the Stevens 334 Rifle is a superior choice for a young adult's first centerfire rifle. The Crickett weighs 2.2 lbs empty, making it 2.8 lbs lighter than a typical Stevens 334, and its 11.5-inch length of pull is 2 inches shorter. For .22 LR training on fundamentals, the Crickett’s size and single-shot action are ideal; for someone ready for a .308 Win or .243 Win deer rifle they’ll grow into, the Stevens 334 is the correct next step.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

The rifle weighs 2.2 lbs (35.2 oz) empty, with an overall length of 30 inches from buttpad to muzzle. The barrel is 16.1 inches with a 1:16 twist rate, and the length of pull from trigger to butt is 11.5 inches. This compact profile, combined with the 7-inch forend on the webbed green synthetic stock, allows even a small-framed shooter to achieve a stable bench rest position without overextending their support arm.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for any shooter seeking a plinking rifle, a small-game hunting tool for unaccompanied use, or a platform for customization. The single-shot action is too slow for casual target practice, and the fixed sights and non-threaded barrel prevent mounting optics or a suppressor. If you need a repeater for squirrel hunting, look at a 10/22; if you want to teach precision with an optic, a chassis-based .22 like a CZ 457 is a better starting point, albeit at triple the cost.

What's in the box?

In the box, you receive the complete rifle with installed peep sight, a Generation 2 EZ Loader brass insert for simplified chambering, and pre-installed sling swivel studs. The package does not include a manual safety lock, a sling, or any cleaning equipment. The rear peep sight is adjustable for windage and elevation using a small flathead screwdriver, which is not supplied. I recommend pairing it with electronic ear protection rated at least 22 NRR and a starter box of standard velocity .22 LR.

Is the Keystone Crickett Rifle worth it at $131.99?

At $131.99, this rifle is worth it strictly as a dedicated training tool for a new, young shooter under constant adult supervision. You are paying for a mechanically simple, virtually unbreakable platform that enforces safety through its manual cocking design. It is not a value-for-money general-purpose .22. For about the same price, you could buy a used bolt-action repeater, but you’d sacrifice the youth-specific dimensions and the deliberate, single-shot safety protocol that is this rifle’s entire reason for existing.