Davey Crickett Chipmunk Pistol .22 Magnum Blue/Camo

About this product

The Davey Crickett Chipmunk Pistol is a compact, single-shot, break-action .22 Magnum handgun finished in a blued steel barrel and action with a full-coverage Realtree camo laminate stock. It’s manufactured by Keystone Sporting Arms and represents one of the most minimalist production firearms available under $200 MSRP. As a dedicated .22 Magnum pistol, it prioritizes portability and mechanical simplicity over capacity or rapid follow-up shots.

What is the Davey Crickett Chipmunk Pistol used for?

This pistol is used for small-game hunting, pest control, and introductory marksmanship training. Its application is defined by its 16.5-inch barrel and single-shot mechanism, which necessitates precise shot placement on squirrels, rabbits, or invasive rodents at ranges up to approximately 75 yards. The pistol form factor makes it ideal for carrying in a backpack or belt holster during hikes, while the .22 Magnum cartridge provides more terminal energy than the standard .22LR for cleaner kills on varmint-sized game.

How does the Davey Crickett Chipmunk Pistol compare to the Savage Rascal Single-Shot Rifle in .22 Magnum?

The Chipmunk pistol is functionally superior for extreme portability, measuring 24.5 inches overall and weighing 2.75 pounds for easy stowing in a pack or bug-out bag. The Savage Rascal rifle, in contrast, is better for foundational marksmanship training due to its buttstock, which provides a more stable three-point contact for new shooters learning fundamentals. Both are single-shot .22 Magnums, but the Rascal is strictly a rifle configuration with a safety selector, while the Chipmunk operates as a pistol with a manual cross-bolt safety located behind the trigger.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

It weighs 2.75 pounds (44 ounces) and measures 24.5 inches from muzzle to the rear of the grip. The barrel length is 16.5 inches, which is substantial for a pistol and contributes to maximizing the ballistic efficiency of the .22 Magnum cartridge. The grip-to-muzzle dimension is the critical measurement here, as it dictates holster and pack compatibility; at just over two feet, it fits diagonally in most standard hiking backpacks or can be carried in a dedicated scabbard.

Who is this NOT for?

This is not for anyone seeking defensive capability, high-volume plinking, or a competition-ready platform. The single-shot action makes it unsuitable for self-defense, and reloading requires a deliberate two-step sequence—breaking the action, inserting a round, closing the action—which takes a minimum of 5-7 seconds even with practiced hands. It’s also a poor choice for shooters interested in cartridge experimentation, as the chamber is only cut for .22 Magnum; firing .22 Long Rifle in it is unsafe and will cause extraction issues and potential bore obstructions.

What’s in the box?

In the box, you receive one unloaded Davey Crickett Chipmunk pistol, a factory-installed manual cross-bolt safety, and an empty chamber. The pistol ships without a case, iron sights, or a trigger lock, which is standard for this price point. You must supply your own .22 Magnum ammunition, and I recommend pairing it with a compact scope or red dot mounted via the 3/8-inch dovetail rail machined into the top of the receiver for practical hunting accuracy beyond 40 yards.

Is the Davey Crickett Chipmunk Pistol worth it at $191.99?

At $191.99, it’s worth the cost for a dedicated hunter or survivalist who needs an ultra-compact, reliable .22 Magnum for field use. The price is approximately $85 less than many bolt-action .22 Magnum rifles like the Stevens 334 Rifle, and the trade-off is a single-shot action instead of a magazine-fed repeater. For its intended niche, the value is in its mechanical reliability and portability, not features or modularity; it won’t compete with a $450 Stevens 555 Sporting O/U for versatility, but it serves its single purpose without fail.