Kershaw Zing Gummy Opening?

[Stark Knives]

My Kershaw Zing has a ton of gunk in it, which makes it open really slowly. Do I have to take it apart to clean it, or can I gust put some goo-gone in it?

Thanks in advance.

-Erdbeereis

 

[gomipile]

I'd recommend taking it apart carefully. You never know if you miss a piece of grit that could wear a channel in the pivot washers over the long term if you don't.

 

[Obsessed with Edges]

Here's a quote from Kershaw's own FAQs page ( http://www.kershawknives.com/faq.php?brand=kershaw ):

"What’s the best way to clean and maintain my knife?
Use compressed air or a soft cloth to remove surface dust and debris. If the knife is very dirty, wash it with mild soap and water, dry thoroughly, then oil it. Wiping a light coating of oil on the blade and hinge before storage is also important for keeping your investment in proper working order. Most household oils, WD40, 3-in-1 oil, or gun oil will work just fine for maintaining your Kershaw knife.

I usually use WD-40 to loosen up & flush out the heavy 'gunk', then give it the soap & water bath (use dish soap). Rinse in hot water, dry it thoroughly. Re-lube with your lube of choice.

 

[Phydeaux]

i haven't played with a Zing, but I have a Chill. I took apart my Chill when I changed the scales. It had both phosphor bronze and Teflon washers in it. When cleaned and reassembled, it didn't flick open very well. I put a drop if Tri-Flow on each side of the blade and it works fine now. Haven't reapplied it yet and I did this just after Christmas.

Ric