The Crickett Youth Gen 2 is a single-shot .22 LR bolt-action rifle with a 16.1-inch barrel, camo laminate stock, and a 3-lb weight. It is sized for youth and smaller-framed shooters. The manually-cocked single-shot design makes each shot deliberate, which is useful for building safe habits. Sights are a fixed front blade and adjustable rear peep. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 1 Round 
• Barrel Length: 16.1 inches 
• Weight: 3 lbs. 
• Finish: Camo Laminate 
   

Detailed Features 

• Manually Cocking Single-Shot Design: Requires deliberate cocking before each shot, reinforcing safe handling habits in new shooters. 
• Adjustable Rear Peep Sight & Fixed Front Sight: The peep rear gives young shooters a real sight picture to work with rather than a basic bead. 
• Lightweight Construction (3 lbs): Easy to handle for younger or smaller-framed shooters. 
• Camo Laminate Finish: Functional for outdoor use and more engaging for young hunters than plain black.

The Crickett Gen 2 Youth .22 LR is well-regarded by parents introducing children to shooting, with feedback that is consistently positive on the fundamentals.

The youth-focused sizing is the primary draw. Parents note repeatedly that the 3-lb weight and compact dimensions let kids handle the rifle without struggling, which makes early sessions more positive. The manual safety is praised for reinforcing responsible habits, and accuracy at short ranges is reported as solid for what is a purpose-built introductory rifle. The price point draws favorable comments from families who don't want to over-invest in a starter gun.

The camo finish makes the rifle more appealing to young shooters interested in hunting. The single-shot bolt action draws mixed reactions: some see it as a teaching advantage (one deliberate shot at a time), while others note it requires more effort than a semi-automatic alternative, which some younger shooters find tedious. A handful of reviews raise durability questions after heavy use, though most owners report the gun holds up with normal care. Overall satisfaction is high for the intended use.