Keystone Crickett | .22 LR | 16.12 in Barrel | Walnut | KSA2238

The Keystone Crickett is a compact, single-shot bolt-action rifle intended for beginning and youth shooters. It pairs a walnut stock with a blued barrel and a drilled-and-tapped receiver to accept optics; a good pairing under $1,000 is the Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×32 for low- to mid-range precision and quick target acquisition. The Crickett is suitable for youth marksmanship training and small-game hunting where a lightweight, simple-to-operate rifle is preferred.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer model number is KSA2238.
• The rifle is chambered in .22 LR.
• The action is a bolt action with manual cocking.
• The barrel measures 16.12 inches.
• The overall length is 30.5 inches.
• The unloaded weight is approximately 3 lbs.
• The stock material is walnut with a fixed stock description.
• The metal finish is blued.
• Sight configuration is fixed front post and adjustable rear peep sights.
• The rifle uses a rebounding firing pin safety.
• Feeding is single-shot.
• The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts.
• The rifle includes swivel studs for sling or accessory attachment.
• The barrel twist rate is 1:16″.
• The UPC is 611613022381.

This Crickett configuration emphasizes simplicity, low weight, and straightforward controls—traits that help new shooters build safe habits and confidence. The drilled-and-tapped receiver and lightweight profile make mounting a small low-power optic and carrying into the field practical without compromising the rifle’s simple operation. Its fixed front and peep rear sight combination offers reliable iron-sight use and a backup if a scope is fitted.

Owners and instructors often note the Crickett’s clear safety features and ease of use, praising it as a reliable beginner’s rifle and a very practical option for youth marksmanship programs.

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