The Crickett Youth is a single-shot .22 LR bolt-action rifle sized for younger shooters. The manually cocking bolt action means every shot is deliberate -- there is no magazine to load and no semi-auto cycling to worry about. The American Flag Edition has a hydrodipped synthetic stock with that pattern. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Weight: 3.9 lbs. 
• Barrel Length: 16.12" 
• Overall Length: 30" 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Trigger Type: Single Stage 
• Safety Feature: Firing Pin Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

The rebounding firing pin blocks the pin automatically between shots, which is a meaningful passive safety for new shooters. Sights are fixed front and adjustable rear peep -- a good combination for learning to aim without the distraction of a complicated sight picture. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts if you want to add one later. At 3.9 lbs. and 30 inches overall, it fits smaller frames without strain. 
 

Usage 

The Crickett works well for range training, plinking, and small game hunting. The single-shot action slows down the shooting pace, which helps young or new shooters focus on fundamentals rather than cycling through rounds quickly.

The Crickett Youth .22 LR in the American Flag Edition gets broadly positive feedback from parents and youth shooting instructors, with a few consistent notes.

Size and handling: The compact dimensions and 3.9 lb. weight make it genuinely manageable for kids. Parents consistently mention how much easier it is for a child to develop good habits on a rifle that actually fits them.

Single-shot action: Most reviewers consider the single-shot bolt action a feature rather than a limitation for a first rifle. It slows the pace and keeps focus on each individual shot.

American Flag finish: The hydrodipped pattern draws positive comments. It's distinctive, and for families who like the look, it makes the rifle feel like something worth taking care of.

Affordability: Frequently cited as good value compared to other youth-oriented .22s. Most parents find the price reasonable for an introductory firearm.

Accuracy: Range results are generally positive. Users report consistent accuracy for the distances a youth .22 is actually used at.

Durability: A minority of owners note wear on the stock or finish with heavy use over time. Most find it holds up fine for typical youth use, but it isn't built to the standard of a more expensive rifle.

Safety features: The firing pin safety and single-shot design are frequently cited as confidence-builders for parents new to teaching firearm safety.