Jockinthebox's Guide to Steel Cock Ring Selection

[solidlength Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close solidlength]

So I just did an experiment with my Primal Ring. Got a 10/10 with it on and went back to not focusing on my erection, was flaccid in about 90 seconds. Took the Primal Ring off and did the same process, was flaccid also in about 90 seconds. I don't think the ring does anything to keep my erection. Now that being said, the ring is around the whole unit, testicles and all. I know from my clamped edging that when I put a tight ring on the base of my penis it does make my penis larger and trap blood in the shaft longer than without. Perhaps this is just that the Primal Ring can't be 'tight enough' given the positioning. Helpful tip if you go the PR route, step one size down. I measured as instructed and came up with a 55mm ring would be 'tight' so I ordered the 55mm. 55mm got here and when I was completely flaccid it would slip off while I was walking around. Got the 50mm and it fits much better.

[madyogi Moderator Member of the Month April 2020PEGym Hero Find all posts View Profile Close madyogi]

So I just did an experiment with my Primal Ring. Got a 10/10 with it on and went back to not focusing on my erection, was flaccid in about 90 seconds. Took the Primal Ring off and did the same process, was flaccid also in about 90 seconds. I don't think the ring does anything to keep my erection. Now that being said, the ring is around the whole unit, testicles and all. I know from my clamped edging that when I put a tight ring on the base of my penis it does make my penis larger and trap blood in the shaft longer than without. Perhaps this is just that the Primal Ring can't be 'tight enough' given the positioning. Helpful tip if you go the PR route, step one size down. I measured as instructed and came up with a 55mm ring would be 'tight' so I ordered the 55mm. 55mm got here and when I was completely flaccid it would slip off while I was walking around. Got the 50mm and it fits much better.

Okay, this is good info. It does say on their "sizing chart" page at PR that given the "keyhole" shape of their rings, if you have a round ring that works at a certain size, you should go down a size when ordering one of their rings. That makes sense. I think I'll continue to hold out for my 47mm horseshoe, and if I like how that's performing, I'll order the 45mm from PR. I have been using a 2-inch (50mm) ring, which fits me just about right, and keeps my flaccid more plump.

My next question for solid would be, do you feel like the rings keep your flaccid more plump? I'm not really interested in time to flaccid, which you've indicated to be about the same. I'm more interested in the amount of engorgement while flaccid, ring on vs. ring off. It stands to reason that if you're flaccid with a ring on and you have more blood trapped in there (more plump), this might be a really good thing when worn over time. Perhaps not.....

[Richardwad Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Richardwad]

Don’t really know anything about cock rings.
How long can you wear one and how thighs do you want it?

[madyogi Moderator Member of the Month April 2020PEGym Hero Find all posts View Profile Close madyogi]

Don’t really know anything about cock rings.
How long can you wear one and how thighs do you want it?

If you read through this thread it tells you what you need to know. I have worn one for hours at a time, and many here have worn them virtually all day all the time. I had issues with scaling/skin irritation wearing one for 2-3 hours a day, but that is likely due to cheap materials. I am waiting on a higher quality ring to come from Australia to re-test with the surgical steel version.

As far as "how thighs do you want it?" I assume you're asking "how high?" If so, my impression is you want it as close to the base of the penis as possible, and pretty snug to your perineum underneath.

[madyogi Moderator Member of the Month April 2020PEGym Hero Find all posts View Profile Close madyogi]

I did have one more thought about this. As far as wearing cockrings during intercourse, I would recommend getting something other than the steel rings we are talking about on this thread. I know jockinthebox, wore his horseshoe during sex, and said his partner liked it. But my take is that something with vibrating powers is way more fun for sexual encounters. I highly recommend the Pivot by We-Vibe, but there are many iterations available. These products are more fun for intercourse in my experience, as they provide the engorgement of a cockring along with with some clitoral stimulation for your partner (assuming you're sleeping with a girl).

In my experience this super fun for all involved!

[solidlength Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close solidlength]

My next question for solid would be, do you feel like the rings keep your flaccid more plump? I'm not really interested in time to flaccid, which you've indicated to be about the same. I'm more interested in the amount of engorgement while flaccid, ring on vs. ring off. It stands to reason that if you're flaccid with a ring on and you have more blood trapped in there (more plump), this might be a really good thing when worn over time. Perhaps not.....

So if it does make it more plump I'm going to say it only does like 10% more plumpness factor :-)
What it does do however is slightly support the backside of my scrotum which in loose clothing makes my unit a bit more prominent. I would say that if you had a pair of lightweight gray sweatpants and went commando and were looking to show off you might want to wear the PR ring. Also, it will occasionally 'arouse' me. I think it's more mental than anything but when I'm wearing it I'll like move the right way or kegel or something and feel the little bit of compression and be like 'ooo I should have sex'.
I think that's actually the big draw for some bondage/cuckold fetishes based on some of the reviews on the PR site. I get the impression that some get their jollies
from having a sense of 'restraint' on their unit.

EDIT: lose vs loose, gosh darn our language

[solidlength Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close solidlength]

It stands to reason that if you're flaccid with a ring on and you have more blood trapped in there (more plump), this might be a really good thing when worn over time. Perhaps not.....

So I did some thinking on this mechanism of action when I started a few months ago. My conclusion was that trapping more blood wouldn't get you any gains unless that blood was straining your muscles containing it.

So, I do clamped edging why? Because when I do I'm rock hard with a really tight cock ring on the base of my shaft. I edge for about 10 minutes (throwing in some occasional squeezes and kegels) before taking it off, my penis is so engorged it takes on a purplish hue and my veins are about 3-5x their normal size (think about those scary veiny dildos). I think that level of pressure strains the muscle which then should result in micro-tears which then results in size gains. ***I NEVER LEAVE IT ON IN THIS STATE FOR MORE THAN 10 MINUTES AT A TIME*** Cutting of circulation (oxygen) for a long period of time will result in tissue death.

Keeping a plump flaccid IMO, doesn't have this mechanism of action.

[Azmike Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Azmike]

Anyone who considers an all day cock ring should be aware that such a ring should not be as tight as one worn to maintain it extend an erection for sex. The construction for sex should only be in place for up to 30 minutes. The all day cock ring should be snug so as to increase the plumpness of the flaccid by encouraging blood to remain longer in the penis. I wear mine all day. It feels good but I can’t say for certain if my girth has increased because of wearing it. I also like to put it on after a good vacuum pump to maintain that blood in the penis for about 30 minutes more. I view it as another tool in the PE toolbox.

[rbi99 Retired Moderator Member of the Month Nov 2017PEGym Hero Find all posts View Profile Close rbi99]

I only wear a leather adjustable cock ring. I have a ton of problems getting my balls to cooperate long enough to get them through a steel ring, and I also prefer the ease there is for taking my leather one off. I have all different widths, but have settled on my thinnest one which is only 1/2" wide. Have worn a 2" wide one, but that is 2" of shaft that gets covered up, and not many of us can afford to lose that much!!! I wear mine 24/7 until I get irritation. That usually sets in after three days. After my jelqing sessions I always have at least an extra 1/2" of temporary girth gains, and without a ring on that dissipates over a few hours time afterwards. With the cock ring on those temp gains are still with me two days later. My junk is always plumper when flaccid with a ring on, and as for my erections - damn!!! Admittedly I have a shit load of natural girth, so I may not be the best person to answer the question, does being plump longer lead to girth gains. In the few years I have been into this, I may have gained a few thousandths max, if that. After many years of intense jelqing I am pretty sure my mid erect girth is maxed out. I am definitely thicker with a ring on, but I don't believe it has done much regarding permanent gains.

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Its all the fun you had along the PE trail ?

[solidlength Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close solidlength]

So I just did an experiment with my Primal Ring. Got a 10/10 with it on and went back to not focusing on my erection, was flaccid in about 90 seconds. Took the Primal Ring off and did the same process, was flaccid also in about 90 seconds. I don't think the ring does anything to keep my erection.

Just want to update a thought on this. I haven't released in several days and today did my clamped PE edging with both my PR base cock ring and my shaft clamp cockring on. I was very ready to let go by the end of edging but I refrained. I took my clamp off but had to leave my PR on my base because I was too erect to get it off. Unlike the previous report where I lost my erection after 90 seconds, my penis continued to remain erect for minutes after ending the edging session and going about non-arousing tasks. It actually got to the point where I had to 'force' my semi back through the ring so I could get it off and go about my day. I think if I had let it set for another 5-10 minutes I would have been back to flaccid but I definitely remained about 5/10 or 6/10 erect with it on for many mins after stopping.

[Bush Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Bush]

Hi all,
Have read the entire thread and it has some great info.Could I ask someone with experience some advice.i have purchased two solid steel rings from primal and think they are great.purchased both a 45 and 50.tried the 50 first and fits fine erection a little firmer etc.then tried the 45,erection MUCH firmer veins very prominent and everything looks great but balls definitely discolour a fair bit.i can loose my erection after a while with the 45 through ejaculating or stooping all stimulation,takes a little while but does go down fine.
So my question is how much discolouration of your balls is thought to be safe?
Any comments appreciated

[Ultimate Burrito Moderator Member of the Month Oct 2017PEGym Hero Find all posts View Profile Close Ultimate Burrito]

It's safe for short term wear but not 24/7.

[Bush Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Bush]

Thank you Burrito,that’s what I thought but nice to have feedback from someone else.

[SNPS17 Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close SNPS17]

https://www.sinful.se/rimba-metall-p...SABEgISi_D_BwE

I know it is not in English.. but it is something like this?