The Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR combines a blue laminate stock, a blued steel 16.1 inch barrel and the .22 Long Rifle cartridge. It sells for $179 at Crickett Firearms America. Check out online, choose your FFL dealer, and we handle the shipping.
Inside the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR
It’s a single shot bolt action that has to be cocked by hand after the bolt closes. The rebounding firing pin stays blocked until then. For a first rifle, that slow loading routine is a feature, since it builds the habit of treating every shot on purpose.
Length of pull is 12 inches, which suits most young shooters, it weighs about 3 pounds and it comes with iron sights and a receiver drilled and tapped for an optics rail. One takedown screw under the stock holds the barreled action in, which makes cleaning simple.
Blued steel looks sharp and costs a little less than stainless. A quick wipe with an oily rag after use keeps rust away.
Why .22 Long Rifle?
.22 Long Rifle ammo is cheap, easy to find and mild to shoot. It’s the standard for teaching, backyard plinking at a safe range and small game hunting. For the technical side, see the SAAMI cartridge drawings or the .22 LR article on Wikipedia.
Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR specifications
- Model: Crickett
- Cartridge: 22 Long Rifle
- Action: Bolt Action
- Capacity: 1
- Barrel length: 16.1in
- Twist: 1:16in
- Stock: Blue Laminate
- Finish: Blued
- Sights: Iron Sights & Drilled & Tapped For Optics Rail
- Length of pull: 12in
- Overall length: 30.5in
- Weight: 3lbs
- Price: $179, in stock
Getting the fit right
Check fit at home first. The butt should sit in the pocket of the shoulder, the cheek should rest on the stock and the trigger finger should reach without stretching. If the rifle is a little long, the shooter will lean back, and that’s when accuracy falls apart.
Who the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR is for
The Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR is a good fit for:
- Parents buying a first rifle for a child
- Grandparents who want to start a grandkid shooting
- Youth programs and 4-H shooting clubs
An adult should always supervise a young shooter. The NSSF firearm safety page has free material for teaching kids the basics.
Care and storage
Rimfire ammo is dirty, so clean the bore every few hundred rounds and wipe the bolt face. Store the rifle unloaded in a case or safe. Teach the shooter to check the chamber every time they pick it up.
Compare the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR with similar models
Here are a few models that sit near this one. See every option in our Crickett Rifles collection.
- Crickett Compact Purple Laminate Blued Rifle 22 LR: a purple laminate stock, $179
- Crickett Compact Pink Laminate Blued Rifle 22 LR: a pink laminate stock, $179
- Crickett M-Oak Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades Camo Rifle 22 LR: an M-Oak Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades camo stock, $179
- Crickett Compact Camo Laminate Blued Rifle 22 LR: a camo laminate stock, $179
Our Crickett bolt action rifle guide explains the single shot, CPR and 722 actions side by side.
Order the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR today
Ordering the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR is simple. Put it in your cart, check out and tell us which FFL dealer should receive it. The dealer logs it in, you fill out the transfer form and take it home. The ATF Q&A page explains the federal side.
Read our shipping guide for timing, or contact us with questions. Buy it today, or see all Crickett rifles for sale.
Why buy from Crickett Firearms America
We sell Crickett and Chipmunk rifles, the My First Shotgun line and the Adult Pistol, so we know the models well. Prices are listed openly, stock status is current, and you deal with a person when you email us. Learn more about our store.
Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR FAQ
Is the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR in stock?
Yes. It’s in stock at Crickett Firearms America for $179.
How is the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR shipped?
We ship it to the licensed FFL dealer you name at checkout. You pick it up there after the transfer and background check.
Can I add a scope?
Yes. Add a Crickett scope mount and a small rimfire scope such as the Crickett Quick Focus 4×32 scope.
What age is a Crickett rifle for?
Crickett rifles are sized for young shooters, and many families start kids somewhere between 6 and 10, always with adult supervision. Length of pull is the best guide: it should fit the child’s arm, not the box.
Ready to buy the Crickett Blue Laminate Blued 22 LR? It’s $179 and in stock, and checkout takes a couple of minutes.
