The Crickett Gen2 Youth is a single-shot bolt-action rifle chambered in .22 LR with a 16.13-inch stainless steel barrel and stainless steel receiver. It has a fixed synthetic stock in a tan and black webbing pattern. It is optic-ready and includes the EZ Loader design. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Crickett 
• Model: Gen2 Youth 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Barrel Length: 16.13 inches 
• Color/Finish: Tan Black Webbing, Stainless 
   

Detailed Features 

• Single-shot configuration with 1-round capacity 
• 16.13-inch stainless steel barrel with stainless steel receiver 
• Fixed synthetic stock in tan and black webbing pattern 
• Optic-ready configuration 
• EZ Loader included for simplified loading

Owners of the Crickett Gen2 Youth point to the youth sizing as the main practical advantage, letting young or smaller shooters shoulder the rifle without awkward fit. The stainless barrel and receiver hold up to outdoor conditions, which parents appreciate over time. The single-shot layout is frequently cited as useful for teaching fundamentals, though it slows down range time compared to a repeater.

The tan and black webbing stock is seen as one of the more field-friendly color options, blending reasonably well outdoors without going full camouflage. The optic-ready feature on this variant gets mentioned positively, giving room to add a small scope as a young shooter progresses. Synthetic construction means cleanup is straightforward.

The Crickett Gen2 occupies a narrow niche as a dedicated first rifle. Trigger pull draws the most criticism, with many owners eventually adjusting expectations downward or waiting until the shooter is ready for something more refined. At its price point the stainless construction is considered a genuine plus.