The Crickett Youth G2 is a single-shot .22 LR bolt-action rifle built for young or small-statured shooters. At 3 lbs. and 30" overall, it's one of the most compact production rifles available. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Crickett Youth G2 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 16.1 inches 
• Overall Length: 30 inches 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Weight: 3 lbs 
• Trigger Type: Single-Stage 
• Safety Mechanism: Firing Pin Safety 
• Sights: Fixed Front / Adjustable Rear Peep 
• Finish: Stainless Steel Barrel with Blued Receiver 
• Stock Type: Fixed Synthetic 
• Length of Pull: 11.5 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The single-shot bolt action is intentional. It teaches proper loading and unloading habits from the start. The adjustable rear peep sight lets new shooters learn to use iron sights without the complication of adjustable front posts. The 11.5" length of pull fits young shooters who would find adult-sized stocks unwieldy. The stainless barrel needs less maintenance than blued steel in outdoor conditions. 
 

Usage 

 
This rifle is designed for teaching fundamentals: sight picture, trigger control, safe handling. The .22 LR cartridge is appropriate for target shooting and small game like rabbits and squirrels. The single-shot format slows down the learning process in a useful way. Each shot requires a deliberate reload, which reinforces safe handling habits.

The Crickett G2 gets positive feedback from parents and instructors as a first rifle for young shooters. The compact size and 3 lb. weight fit children comfortably, and the single-shot format draws consistent praise for encouraging careful, deliberate shooting habits.

The adjustable rear peep sight is liked by parents who want their kids learning iron sights from the start. Build quality is generally reported as solid for the price and intended use.

The single-shot capacity is occasionally mentioned as a limitation by more experienced shooters, but most buyers understand it's a feature for this application. Occasional reports of feeding or ejection issues appear, usually linked to maintenance lapses rather than inherent mechanical problems.