The Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR is chambered in .22 Long Rifle and built with a purple stock over a stainless steel 16.1 inch barrel. Price is $159, and it’s in stock today. Check out online, choose your FFL dealer, and we handle the shipping.
Inside the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 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. Synthetic stock models are drilled for sling swivel screws, so you can add a sling for carrying.
Stainless steel handles rain and sweaty hands better than bluing. It’s a good choice if this Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR will ride in a truck or get used at deer camp.
.22 LR in the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR
.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 Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR specifications
- Model: Crickett
- Cartridge: 22 Long Rifle
- Action: Bolt Action
- Capacity: 1
- Barrel length: 16.1in
- Twist: 1:16in
- Stock: Purple Synthetic
- Finish: Stainless
- Sights: Iron Sights & Drilled & Tapped For Optics Rail
- Length of pull: 12in
- Overall length: 30.5in
- Weight: 3lbs
- Price: $159, in stock
Sizing the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR
A rifle that’s too long is the most common reason kids struggle. With the stock in the shoulder, the child should reach the trigger with the first pad of the finger and keep the elbow bent. Crickett’s short length of pull is what makes that possible for small arms.
Is the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR right for you?
The Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR is a good fit for:
- Youth programs and 4-H shooting clubs
- Adults who want a light trapping or camp gun
- Parents buying a first rifle for a child
Teach the basic safety rules before the first range trip. The NSSF safety guides are a good place to start.
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 Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR with similar models
Here are a few models that sit near this one. See every option in our Crickett Rifles collection.
- Crickett Stainless Rifle With Two Stock Spacers 22 LR: a different setup, $159
- Crickett Compact Desert Tan Synthetic Stainless Rifle 22 LR 16.1in: a desert tan stock, $154
- Crickett Compact Pink Synthetic Stainless Rifle 22 LR 16.1in: a pink stock, $154
- Crickett Compact Black Synthetic Stainless Rifle 22 LR 16.1in: a black stock, $154
Our Crickett bolt action rifle guide explains the single shot, CPR and 722 actions side by side.
Buy the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR online
Ordering the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR is simple. Put it in your cart, check out and tell us which FFL dealer should receive it. We ship to that dealer, and you finish the transfer paperwork there. The ATF covers the rules on its firearms questions and answers page.
Our US shipping guide explains timing and what to tell your dealer. Ready? Order yours now while it’s in stock, or browse more 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. Read who we are or visit our Crickett rifles blog.
Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR FAQ
Is the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR in stock?
Yes. It’s in stock at Crickett Firearms America for $159.
How is the Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 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.
The Crickett Purple Synthetic Stainless 22 LR is in stock now at $159. Add it to your cart and we’ll get it moving to your dealer.
