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Hello all,
Some of you may have seen these before, but I bought one for my son last year and we shot it for the first time this weekend, so here is my report.
This is essentially a Cricket rifle, with the same operating mechanism used on those rifles.
The difference with this one is that it is made up to look exactly like a miniature 91/30.
The fit and finish is very well done. It does in fact perfectly resemble a 91/30. There is even a Soviet style star on the top of the receiver.
The rear notch site is windage and elevation adjustable with a couple of small screws. I was able to adjust it with a small pocket flathead.
It is drilled and tapped for a scope mount. Unlike the regular Cricket rifles, this one has an open notch and post, which my son liked way better than the receiver-mounted peep sight that the regular Crickets have. While counterintuitive to us old farts, I preferred open sights as a kid and my son also seems to. He had a lot easier time aiming this one than his cousin's regular Cricket, that's for sure. He can learn to appreciate peeps when he gets a bit older.
While overpriced at $400, the delight my kid had in shooting it was well worth the money. And the fact that it tickled dad's C&R fancy helped too....
They do have mini replica slings with dog collars, and I am tempted to order one (although those are overpriced too).
Anyhow....thought you'd all appreciate this little review. Have a great evening. Cheers.
Some of you may have seen these before, but I bought one for my son last year and we shot it for the first time this weekend, so here is my report.
This is essentially a Cricket rifle, with the same operating mechanism used on those rifles.
The difference with this one is that it is made up to look exactly like a miniature 91/30.
The fit and finish is very well done. It does in fact perfectly resemble a 91/30. There is even a Soviet style star on the top of the receiver.
The rear notch site is windage and elevation adjustable with a couple of small screws. I was able to adjust it with a small pocket flathead.
It is drilled and tapped for a scope mount. Unlike the regular Cricket rifles, this one has an open notch and post, which my son liked way better than the receiver-mounted peep sight that the regular Crickets have. While counterintuitive to us old farts, I preferred open sights as a kid and my son also seems to. He had a lot easier time aiming this one than his cousin's regular Cricket, that's for sure. He can learn to appreciate peeps when he gets a bit older.
While overpriced at $400, the delight my kid had in shooting it was well worth the money. And the fact that it tickled dad's C&R fancy helped too....
They do have mini replica slings with dog collars, and I am tempted to order one (although those are overpriced too).
Anyhow....thought you'd all appreciate this little review. Have a great evening. Cheers.
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