The Savage Rascal Youth is a single-shot bolt-action .22 LR rifle aimed at young and beginning shooters. At 2.7 lbs with a 16.1-inch barrel and matte black synthetic stock, it's one of the lightest and most compact .22 LR rifles available. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Rascal Youth 
• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• UPC: 062654137754 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 16.1 inches 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Weight: 2.7 lbs 
• Stock Material: Synthetic 
• Stock Finish: Matte Black 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The AccuTrigger system is the standout feature here -- it delivers a crisp, adjustable pull in a youth rifle, which is unusual at this price point. The manual safety prevents accidental discharge. 
 
Adjustable peep sights allow the shooter to fine-tune their sight picture rather than being stuck with a fixed configuration. This is particularly useful as a young shooter develops their technique. 
 
At 2.7 lbs the gun is light enough for a child to hold steady without fatigue. The single-shot design means each trigger pull needs to be deliberate -- a natural fit for safety-focused introductory training. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Youth Hunting: At 2.7 lbs and 16.1-inch barrel the gun is manageable for small game hunting with younger shooters. 
• Introductory Shooting Sports: The AccuTrigger and adjustable sights give beginners useful feedback without overwhelming them. 
• Family Range Days: A low-cost, safe entry point for introducing children to firearms with parental supervision.

The Savage Rascal Youth draws consistent praise from parents as an introductory rifle. The AccuTrigger is highlighted frequently as a genuine advantage over other youth .22 LR rifles -- the clean break helps kids develop good technique from the start rather than compensating for a heavy trigger. The single-shot design is broadly viewed as appropriate for teaching safe habits.

The adjustable sights get positive comments for giving young shooters a functional and customizable iron sight setup. Build quality is generally seen as solid for the price. Overall accuracy is reported as good for the intended use at 25-50 yards.

Some users note that the single-shot mechanism limits the rifle as the shooter advances and begins to want faster follow-up shots. A few discuss whether the stock dimensions will need to be addressed as the child grows. Neither is a defect -- they're natural characteristics of a purpose-built youth rifle.