How does Kershaw Zing compare to Skyline?

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I like the thin form and light weight of the Skyline, plus the fact that it has both flipper and thumb studs (too bad they're not really usable).

How does the Zing compare in those features?

Does it feel as small and light in your pocket?

I know there's a kershaw forum but I'm hoping for answers from a wider audience.

Thanks.
 
It's VERY light and it is indeed small.

I personally wasn't that impressed by the Zing, but for the price point you can't complain too much.
 
ZippoThisKnifeThat said:
It's VERY light and it is indeed small.

I personally wasn't that impressed by the Zing, but for the price point you can't complain too much.
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Thanks for the fast response.

I'm not looking at the price point as much as finding another thin, light and easy to carry, 3-inch or under, pocket EDC with decent steel.

The Skyline excels in those categories, although the blade is just a bit longer than I want.

What didn't iimpress you about the Zing?
 
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i havent handled a zing, but i do really like the skyline. its very lightweight for its size, and i like the blade shape. i dont think you would be disappointed with it.
 
gundude73 said:
i havent handled a zing, but i do really like the skyline. its very lightweight for its size, and i like the blade shape. i dont think you would be disappointed with it.
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Not disappointed in the Skyline -- just ordered a second as backup.

Asking about the Zing and how it compares. Sorry if I wasn't clear.
 
I don't have a Skyline, so I don't believe I'm qualified to comment on a comparison. The Skyline is a great knife by all reports, but the design just never spoke to me and I still have no desire to buy one.

The Zing, on the other hand, is a great little knife and far too under-rated in my opinion. The liners aren't drilled out so some may say its a little too heavy for its size, but personally, I like the weight. It just feels solid. Both the flipper and thumb-studs are completely functional and either works very well. The glass-filled nylon scales are better than some G-10 I've handled, and unless you have some giant paws, you'll be able to get a full four-fingered grip (or close enough.) The clip can be repositioned for all except tip down left-hand carry, carries reasonably low in any position, and it also offers a lanyard hole. The blade centres perfectly, the lock-up is well-executed, and it's sharp right out of the box. Let's not forget those super-cool looking '3-D machined grooves' on the blade!

The Zing is a very nice little EDC knife! :thumbup: I've heard that RJ Martin carries a production Zing as well... :cool:
 
I have a Zing too which is a fine little folder except the scales. They feel a bit slippy for me compared to G-10, so sooner or later I'll replace them.
 
I have both. Like them very much, and you will get a 3" knife you want. Go for it!



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The kershaw sktline has a stiff pocket clip but loosen it up and its a great knife
p.s. if you have large fingers the liner is hard to move over and might be a pain.
 
I have both the Zing and the Skyline, and they're both nice little knives. I know some people don't like the grooved blade, but personally I like it. I think they're both pretty comparable.
 
i have had a few zings. regret getting rid of them. great knife for little money.

only thing is that the blade pits easily, be sure to oil it.
 
Seanifred said:
i have had a few zings. regret getting rid of them. great knife for little money.

only thing is that the blade pits easily, be sure to oil it.
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Pits -- why?

On a related matter, can someone post a photo showing the Skyline and Zing together?
 
flash900 said:
Pits -- why?

On a related matter, can someone post a photo showing the Skyline and Zing together?
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Here ya go...


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Thanks, Ono!
Doesn't that Skyline look like a little whale next to the smaller Zing?
Are those Blur-style, ergonomic thumb studs on the Zing?
Ooh, and a black, deep-pocket clip, too. Yummy.
If only the Zing didn't have quite such a pointy, all-the-better-to-scare-the-sheeple dagger-style blade.

Could I trouble you for one more photo, showing the comparative thickness?
 
I have both, and they're both great knives. The Zing is smaller, and if you have big hands I could see how it would be too small. They both deploy well and have a nice, grippy pattern on the handle. Something you should consider, though. The Skyline's thumb studs are not ambidextrous, though the one on the side opposite of the clip is quite usable. The one on the left side is to close to the handle and you can't get your thumb between the two to deploy it. Also, on the Skyline I own right now (This is my second) the lock it too far in and you can't easily get your thumb on it. My first one was fine, though.
The Zing is quite comparable; I got one a few days ago without the grooves on the blade, the tanto version. Much smaller, but I like it. It's a lot thicker than the Skyline, though.
 
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