This is my first and so far my only BDSM toy. I wanted to ease into it and thought this seemed like a perfect choice and boy was I right! I've always been a junkie for pain, whether it be a firm spanking by hand or hard biting, but I wanted something more so using a toy came to mind. My boyfriend was kind of scared to use it on me at first. He's a little more vanilla than I am, but I assured him it'd be okay and he went to now. It felt absolutely amazing. It gave a nice sting, but not so much that I couldn't sit down afterward. I like to enjoy my pain during the act, but not have to feel it once it's over and done with. It was more forceful than his hand and I also like the noise the leather makes when it makes contact with my skin. I'm definitely pleased.

One thing that is an issue with me is that I've found it doesn't really leave the heart impressions it promises. I've only been able to get it to leave a barely there heart once while trying it on my thigh by myself. Otherwise it just leaves red patches on my skin, as if it didn't have the heart indents on it in the first place. In the end it's not too bothersome, because it's still a nice toy, but for the price I really hoped it would leave cute little marks.

As for the paddle itself, it's made out of leather, so you know it's sturdy and should last you a while. It's also Phthalates free if that's a concern of yours. Three hearts are cut out on the paddle, which is separated by a red piece of fabric, making the hearts stand out more so. The paddle is 12 1/2 inches long.