For the love of the faux phallus.

Same color, but not the same material. One is an example of premium medical grade platinum silicone and one of PVC. One close sniff of the PVC and the scent of rubber will greet your nostrils. The silicone scent, however, is best described as non-existent. The cured material is very stable – nothing molecular goes in or out. And the feel of silicone is much more realistic than the PVC, even in a firm selection. Oh, the PVC works, it is indeed a workhorse. But the silicone – a thoroughbred through and through.

Both of these schlongs are known for their impressive numbers "right out of the box." However, what's really important is the useable part. And either of these can still deliver with a solid 10 insertable inches. Dildos that are sans balls will have one overall useable length. Regardless of the dildo size you may be interested in, always consider the testes, especially when ordering online. You may think you're upgrading to a longer dong until it arrives and realize 2 or 3 inches is for visual effect only.

To most people, two and a half inches thick or nearly eight inches in girth (circumference) is a whopping monster of a dick! And it's true. However, everyone has their own limits and goals and to many dildo aficionados, these girths; although considered LARGE, actually fall in the mid-range. What's more important, however, is how a dildo's girth actually feels. The material a dildo is made with will have much to do with this sensation. These two examples will feel very similar to each other at insertion. But let's say you're comfortable using this size in the silicone, then buy and shove in a glass phallus of the same thickness – be ready for an eye opener! The glass will feel bigger because it has zero give.

As with many things in life, you get what you pay for. Dildos are no exception and could possibly define the expression. Chances are, if you're just starting out, you'll tend to go the cheaper route. That's not necessarily a bad thing. You don't want to dump a wad of cash on a great faux phallus, only to finally decide it's not really a thing you want to continue doing. On the flip side of this, if you find you're really into using a dildo, you may want to consider investing in a quality cock before your collection really starts to grow. In the long run, not only will you save money, but your quality of experience will greatly improve and last you a long, long time...if not a lifetime.

One aspect of dildo play that's not really given a lot of thought at the time of purchase is the way a dildo is actually used – held, mounted or applied. "By hand" is arguably one of the most common applications for a faux phallus. But when you start getting into the LARGE sizes, those suckers can be hard to hold onto while concentrating on the throws of penetration. A strong suction cup, a hole for securing a mount, or a well-shaped cock base for a sturdy strap-on harness are definitely things to consider when making your faux phallus purchase. 

Lube! Lube. Lube. LUBE. LUBE. Lube. Did we mention lube? Oh, yeah...lube. You don't see it in the above image, but you don't need to. Make no mistake, it is just as important as anything just previously mentioned. Lube is to dildo luv as oil is to an automobile – without it, you're not going anywhere. Ok, most vaginas have their own built-in supply, but many vajayjays would agree, even they could use a good kick-start, especially with a dildo. It's always a good idea and there's no such thing as too much! And pay close attention to the kind you should use with your phallus. The wrong lube type for your toy can ruin your fun, not to mention your faux lover.