Another difference is that slicing cukes have a higher moisture content than pickling cukes.
But, in practical terms, it doesn't really matter. Both types work as either pickles or for fresh eating. In fact, we prefer certain pickling cukes for salads and the like; specifically Snow's Fancy Pickling---an heirloom variety developed in the late 19th century from the old Chicago Pickling.
But, in practical terms, it doesn't really matter. Both types work as either pickles or for fresh eating. In fact, we prefer certain pickling cukes for salads and the like; specifically Snow's Fancy Pickling---an heirloom variety developed in the late 19th century from the old Chicago Pickling.