The Crickett Single Shot Rifle is a left-hand bolt-action .22 LR youth rifle with a manually cocking single-shot action. It weighs 4 lbs, has a 16.125" barrel, and an overall length of 30 inches adjustable to 32 inches. The stock is 6061-T6 anodized aluminum in black, with integrated Magpul Picatinny rails for accessories. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Crickett Single Shot Rifle 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Manually cocking single-shot bolt action 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Barrel Length: 16.125 inches 
• Overall Length: 30 inches (adjustable to 32 inches) 
• Weight: 4 lbs (without accessories) 
• Finish Color: Black 
• Stock Material: Aluminum 6061 T-6, anodized 
   

Features 

The left-hand configuration is the main reason to pick this specific model - most youth rifles are right-hand only, so left-handed kids are stuck with right-hand guns or finding this type of dedicated option. The manually cocking single-shot action keeps the operation deliberate: load, cock the hammer, fire. That sequence builds habits worth having early. 
 
The adjustable rear peep sight is a practical choice for a rifle intended to develop accuracy - peep sights teach proper eye alignment better than open notch sights. Picatinny rails let you add a scope or red dot if the shooter graduates to that. The 4 lb weight is manageable for youth without being so light that it feels flimsy.

Most of the feedback on the Crickett left-hand model comes from parents, and the consensus is that it does the job it's designed for. Left-handed kids in particular benefit from having a properly configured bolt on the correct side - it's a small thing that makes a real difference in learning to operate the action smoothly.

Accuracy gets regular praise, which builds the confidence that matters most in a first rifle. The .22 LR caliber keeps recoil nonexistent and ammo affordable, so practice sessions don't end early.

Common criticisms: the bolt can be stiff initially, which is a real issue for smaller hands that haven't built grip strength yet. It typically loosens with use. Durability concerns come up occasionally, mostly from parents whose kids are rougher with equipment than the rifle was designed for.

Experienced shooters note the expected limitations - no magazine, minimal features - but that's the point. As a first gun for a left-handed youth shooter, it's a straightforward choice.