The ink in the Inked

If you look back, none of the reviewers took a sharp object to the finish. One mentions scratching (which generally implies use of fingernails), the other simply applying tape to the surface to help get an accurate measurement. Regardless of the safety of the material of the finish, it should not be coming off. Flaking off of pieces of any object designed for insertion are a cause for concern.

Since it took a razor blade to remove it in your lab, perhaps a bad batch got through early on that wasn't fixed correctly. We don't use razor blades and other sharp objects to test finishes - as you implied, that would be ridiculous and silly. less

The phrase "proprietary formulation" makes me nervous. It is kind of important to many reviewers in this community that we know what exactly it is that we're putting in contact with our bodies. Because we are independently evaluating products, it is important to us that we have as much information as possible. It isn't enough for me as a consumer to know that a manufacturer has deemed its own products safe, just as it isn't enough when a company has said that its products are the best thing since sliced bread. That's why I read reviews. And that's why I try to provide accurate safety information to my readers.

I personally would not buy or recommend this product based on the information provided. less

If you look back, none of the reviewers took a sharp object to the finish. One mentions scratching (which generally implies use of fingernails), the other simply applying tape to the surface to help get an accurate measurement. Regardless of the safety of the material of the finish, it should not be coming off. Flaking off of pieces of any object designed for insertion are a cause for concern.

Since it took a razor blade to remove it in your lab, perhaps a bad batch got through early on that wasn't fixed correctly. We don't use razor blades and other sharp objects to test finishes - as you implied, that would be ridiculous and silly. less

I agree. Sorry if my reply sounded accusatory....it was not a good day. It most likely was defective....maybe not baked long enough. We have advised the factory, and have re-tested several from each lot we have received, and they all seem fine. Thank you for your input as this is the feedback we need to make our products better. Please keep in mind that with over 3000 branded items, as well as over 3000 private label items, we ship over 2 million units a month. We batch test all production runs as they are produced, but with the kind of volume we do, sometimes a part of a batch slips through. We apologize to anyone who receives a defective product, and we stand behind all items 100%. Our Warranty provider at link addresses warranty issues, and for a nominal fee to cover shipping and handling, will replace any defectives within the guidelines of the warranty period. Thanks again for everyone's help and honesty...oh, and the measurements that were provided by us were incorrect, and are being updated at our site link under the downloads section labeled "Product Specifications." less

No harm done, everyone has bad days, and we understand that mistakes happen. Thanks for being so thorough in following through on this for us. We flip out because we care, and because we know that you are committed to improving wherever possible. We all over-reacted a little bit, but I guess that just goes to show how much safety matters to both you as a company and to us as reviewers. less

Interesting toy - the description says latex free - but it's painted so what kind of paint? I'm a little skeptical - glass tends to be heavy - this one says it's got a 3" diameter - which is way beyond what my wife can handle (about 2" max) - but only weighs 8 ounces? The description is either all wrong - or it's hollow?

At first glance this glass toy is not on our list - too large and too smooth - but I look forward to reading your review. less

It is most likely a glass decal. Images can be printed on a paper backing, kind of like a stick on tattoo--and applied to the surface. If it properly annealed, or baked onto the glass, it should not be able to be removed at all. It should actually become one piece in theory, meting to the other. less

And when I say glass decal, i mean the print is actually made out of glass. There is no other surface material that is be able to withstand the high temperatures required to melt borosilicate glass. Any other material would have melted away before reaching 1400 degrees. less

OK, I just looked at the item. It has to be glass on the surface. I am not aware of any other material in existence that could handle the kiln temperature. Rest assured, it is a safe application. It is not a new type of application by any means..XHale and Phallix used to put these "chips" on the tips of our dildos--this is just the first time a manufacturer has applied it along the shaft. If it's applied properly, there should no worries or concerns. less

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Lots of excitement from the new Couture Collection items...thanks for purchasing one already, and we hope you try any of these new ones. less

Yeah, I find it interesting and really odd that on the product page it says, both for this probe and for the inked glass probe that there is as little as 2.5 inches for an insertable length, when obviously you're going to buy it so you can insert the whole thing. Why is that? less