Sex Toy Review

We've signed on as sex toy reviewers with California Exotic Novelties, one of the major manufacturers whose products our suppliers carry.  They'll be sending us a new sex toy to review each month, and I'll be posting my reviews here.  Here's the first product review:


BASIC ESSENTIALS Beaded Probe SE-1794-12-2
First off, to put things in perspective, I’m 62 and my wife is 64, and this has considerable bearing on our enjoyment of this sex toy. We’re very sexually active, and especially like bondage, whips and gags, but neither of us is into anal play, so that limited our exploration of the Beaded Probe to vaginal use.

On first receiving the package, before opening it, I was unable to determine how soft or hard the probe was, and because of the rigid plastic clamshell package, it actually appeared to be a hard plastic.  I was glad that it turned out to be flexible and resilient.  I would suggest perhaps adding a touchable spot of the same material to retail packages, so that people could get a sense of the actual toy consistency before buying.  Nonetheless, it does have an enjoyable consistency.

With great expectations, I applied plenty of lubricant and began teasing my wife’s vagina with the tip, then slowly inserting and withdrawing the probe.  After just a few minutes, though, she found the beading too extreme, and the side ridge irritating.  I then tried using it externally, by sliding up and down across her clit, which was more enjoyable for her, but she’d rather feel my fingers there instead. 

I also noticed that the very tip came to a point, which may have contributed to the discomfort – in my opinion, it would be much better if the tip was completely rounded.  Vaginal tissues, especially for those a little older, are very sensitive, and pointy things just seem out of place.  Then secondly, perhaps a smoother transition between the beads, more like an hourglass shape, would make it more comfortable.  And I would make the side ridge a flowing, smooth shape that blended with the beads. 

On the plus side, the texture is very smooth, and the TPE has a nice combination of firmness and flexibility.  And there was no odor, which is always appreciated.  The grip ring made handling the toy very easy and secure. 

DISCLOSURE OF MATERIAL CONNECTION:  I received the product mentioned above free from the manufacturer.  My review of the product is based on my personal opinion.  I review, recommend, and endorse products based on what I believe is best for my readers.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's Guidelines CFR, Part 255.