The Crickett Youth Bolt Action Rifle is a single-shot .22 LR built for young and beginner shooters. At 3 lbs and 30 inches overall, it's manageable for smaller-framed shooters without being flimsy. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Crickett 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 1 Round 
• Barrel Length: 16.1 inches 
• Overall Length: 30 inches 
• Weight: 3 lbs. 
• Finish: Brown (Stock: Black Laminate) 
   

Detailed Features 

• Manually Cocking Single-Shot Action: Each shot requires deliberate cycling, which reinforces safe and intentional shooting habits. 
• Adjustable Rear Peep Sight & Fixed Front Sight: Gives a clear sight picture for target work or small game at short distances. 
• Rebounding Firing Pin: Automatically blocks discharge when the bolt is closed but uncocked, reducing the risk of accidental firing. 
   
  The single-shot format works in its favor for new shooters. There's no magazine to manage, and the slow pace encourages focus on fundamentals.

The Crickett Youth .22 LR SafeStart Brown gets generally good marks from parents and youth shooters, with a few recurring criticisms.

Safety features come up constantly in a positive light. The SafeStart mechanism and rebounding firing pin are frequently cited by parents as meaningful protections for first-time shooters. The size and 3 lb weight get consistent praise. Kids can handle it comfortably without struggling. Accuracy for a youth single-shot also earns solid reviews; many report their kids hit targets consistently, which does wonders for confidence and interest in shooting sports. The price is another plus. It's accessible for families getting started without a large investment.

On the criticism side: the single-shot design puts some experienced shooters off, since it limits practice volume compared to a repeater. A handful of reviewers have flagged quality control inconsistencies: fit, finish, or mechanical issues out of the box. Some parents also note that stock fit can vary; a stock that works well at age 8 may feel off a year or two later as kids grow.

Overall it does what it's designed for: a safe, affordable, accurate first rifle for youth shooters.