Which collar?

Contributor: MeliPixie MeliPixie 02/27/2011

Pixie (that's me) and her wolfie (my boyfriend) are both switches, into petplay, and have mutually symbolically collared one another. My collar, because I have skin issues with both leather AND metal, is a canvas dog collar, super comfy, I wear it as often as I can. Wolfie's collar, on the other hand, is leather with rectangular studs and an O-ring, and has a locking mechanism. We've been dating for about a year now, and about three months ago I finally got the courage to collar him, having had him collar me soon after we started dating. Sadly, over the course of a few years' non-use, his collar has fallen into disrepair and is no longer comfortable... or fixable. Now I'm looking for a new collar, and would like some advice on which to pick.

Some background info: Wolfie used to have a spiked collar, but it was confiscated at a concert and he never got it back. I think he misses it more than he lets on. However, if I get him a collar with spikes, I'm afraid I'll lose an eye in the middle of the night, because his neck is about where my face lands. I'm not sure how he feels about having more than one O-ring on his collar, which the second choice claims to have (pictures show only one) and since I want his new collar to be a surprise, I don't know how to go about asking. Also, if we go with the second choice, there is the option to get matching wrist and ankle cuffs later on :P

Other collars exist on this site, I know, and suggestions would be great! Just bear in mind, he doesn't like a lot of ornateness on his throat. My collar is perfect for me... Now I need assistance picking out the perfect one to surprise him with. Please help!

(h) Pixie.

P.S.: He doesn't like The Collar Factory. He had a collar from there that died within a year, and he's not a heavy player and usually takes pretty good care of his leather. Been there, done that, don't mention it ;)

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Contributor: MeliPixie MeliPixie
Please read the intro paragraphs, but basically, help me pick a collar for my wolfie!

*Wolfie is my boyfriend. XP
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Contributor: MeliPixie MeliPixie
Sorry everyone, I know it says "brief," but I've always been a bit... Long-winded... ^^;;
02/27/2011
Contributor: pinkzombie pinkzombie
Quote:
Originally posted by MeliPixie
Please read the intro paragraphs, but basically, help me pick a collar for my wolfie!

*Wolfie is my boyfriend. XP
My friend has an x-tree collar and it is very well made and very cool looking!
02/27/2011
Contributor: MeliPixie MeliPixie
I was thinking that it's a very sexy collar I'm just afraid, being the "big spoon" when we sleep, that it'll poke me uncomfortably... thoughts...?
02/27/2011
Contributor: Lucidity Lucidity
I ordered the Locking collar, and it's thick, and heavy and was much too large for my neck (check the measurements if he has a slender neck). It's a beautiful collar though, and I have no doubt that it will last forever. If I were you and I knew it would fit him, I would go with that one, it's awesome and much more of an everyday collar.
02/27/2011
Contributor: MeliPixie MeliPixie
Thanks, Lucidity! Wolfie's last collar was I believe an 18" fit when he wore it, much thicker than my 14" ^^;; Does that sound like it should fit?
02/27/2011
Contributor: Lucidity Lucidity
Quote:
Originally posted by MeliPixie
Thanks, Lucidity! Wolfie's last collar was I believe an 18" fit when he wore it, much thicker than my 14" ^^;; Does that sound like it should fit?
The smallest the locking collar will get is 14" and should fit an 18" neck just fine as it is over 20" long. And it's 2" thick. It's a lovely collar, and it won't impale you, which is nice
02/27/2011
Contributor: toxie m toxie m
I say the Locking collar. It looks so comfortable and lovely, and no one has to lose an eye!
02/27/2011
Contributor: Fuck it. Fuck it.
I like the X-tree a bit more. I don't think it would take many adjustments to your sleeping habits to keep it from poking you. The spikes don't look like they stick out enough to worry about your eyes.
02/27/2011
Contributor: iota iota
I am going with the locking collar as well. That is what i would want just in case the wify needed to snatch me by the throat.
02/27/2011
Contributor: Maiden Maiden
I voted for the locking collar for practicality, but if you have enough money in the future, I would buy him the other one as well, for special occasions or going out. If he liked the spiked collar he had, I would say it would make a great gift for him. I have several collars. One is for every day use and it plain and comfortable. The others are for different types of play, and different looks. The first collar he bought me was a beautiful hand made leather one that locks, but it is just too uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time.
03/01/2011
Contributor: guy4guyz420 guy4guyz420
I like the locking collar because I'm not really into the spikes.
03/01/2011
Contributor: LavenderSkies LavenderSkies
I love the locking one.
03/05/2011
Contributor: Kaltir Kaltir
I like the locking one I just went with the herringbone one myself
03/05/2011
Contributor: Tart Tart
Aslan leather is amazing. I would go with any of their collars.
03/12/2011
Contributor: Shellz31 Shellz31
I personally love the locking one and have it on my Wishlist.
03/19/2011
Contributor: jankit jankit
I also plan to get the locking collar with mini bondage rings!
03/30/2011
Contributor: Lady Marmelade Lady Marmelade
Locking collar with mini bondage rings.
05/07/2011
Contributor: uu uu
X-tree collar!
05/07/2011
Contributor: lunapixie lunapixie
I like the locking collar.
05/22/2011
Contributor: Sir Sir
I have the second, and it's a wonderful collar. I honestly wouldn't worry too much about the first in terms of poking your eye out, but it could happen, so the safest bet is to go with the second. And truly, it's a great collar, my submissive loves it.
05/23/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
Quote:
Originally posted by MeliPixie
Thanks, Lucidity! Wolfie's last collar was I believe an 18" fit when he wore it, much thicker than my 14" ^^;; Does that sound like it should fit?
Measure the circumference of his neck. Do not guess. It's a lifetime purchase.

My Man, although he would never be collared, has a 19 inch circumference neck. It would be more difficult to find a collar for a more muscular or larger man or woman. I believe the X Tree only goes up to a 17 inch fit circumference. The other collar is 20 inches long, but it doesn't say what the largest fit is.

You don't want it too small.

The locking collar is thick, so it would be good if he has a longer neck. Measurement when buying wearable goods is always a great idea.
05/23/2011
Contributor: Anjulie Anjulie
locking collar, definitely!
05/26/2011
Contributor: CAKES CAKES
I like the spike on the x-tree.
05/26/2011
Contributor: salaciousrex salaciousrex
Both are great, but I like that the second one locks
05/26/2011
Contributor: magicmac magicmac
I like the X-tree one.
05/30/2011
Contributor: Miss Anonymous Miss Anonymous
Locking collar with mini bondage rings
08/11/2011
Contributor: toysforall toysforall
locking collar definitely
08/11/2011
Contributor: Princess-Kayla ♥ Princess-Kayla ♥
I really like the locking collar.
08/15/2011
Contributor: skunked skunked
I'd go with the locking!
08/21/2011
Contributor: PonyGirl Sin PonyGirl Sin
I would prefer the locking myself
08/21/2011
Contributor: carenautilus carenautilus
I'd say the locking one is the best balance of practicality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Good luck!
08/22/2011
Contributor: iwantyouwantingme iwantyouwantingme
I think that you should go with what he likes. Personally I prefer the lock collar but if he misses his spike collar that he loved then I think you should go that route and just be careful of your face...
10/17/2011
Contributor: Badass Badass
The bondage rings make it look more nifty
02/11/2012
Contributor: Stinkytofu10 Stinkytofu10
locking with rings
02/11/2012
Contributor: woofcub woofcub
the locking collar with ring seems to be the better of the two, however eden does carry other nice collars including a couple fur lined ones and a nice blue leather collar that Ive had my eye on personally but haven't ordered yet Blue collar
red lined collar]
02/11/2012
Contributor: eroticmutt eroticmutt
X-Tree is infinitely better to me because it is studded.
03/10/2012
Contributor: Allstars316 Allstars316
locking collar
03/10/2012
Contributor: Kitka Kitka
Locking collar with mini bondage rings.
03/10/2012
Contributor: Dnice Dnice
Locking collar
03/10/2012
Contributor: Various Various
Locking!
03/11/2012
Contributor: Master DarkWolf Master DarkWolf
I like the look of X-Tree better though...
04/06/2012
Contributor: TheirPet TheirPet
I like the mini locking one best.
09/11/2012
Contributor: Twiz Twiz
Locking is great, plus the spikes on the other one can become impractical and uncomfortable, especially if you intend to wear this more often than just a play collar in bed.
09/12/2012
Contributor: itismedi itismedi
How could "bondage rings" not be awesome?
09/15/2012
Contributor: Falsepast Falsepast
I like the looks of the X-tree
09/21/2012
Contributor: Rey Rey
the locking collar.

I have the non-locking version of it, and am pleased with the quality!
09/21/2012
Contributor: Dixiemomma Dixiemomma
i like them both and for the old collar some leather conditioner may help bring it back to life.
09/21/2012
Contributor: sexxxkitten sexxxkitten
The locking collar
10/01/2012
Contributor: Mhay64 Mhay64
The locking collar looks great!
10/01/2012
Contributor: Boyfriend Boyfriend
locking collar
10/01/2012
Contributor: LadyDarknezz LadyDarknezz
The locking collar.
10/01/2012
Contributor: mistressg mistressg
x-tree is cuter, I think.
10/01/2012
Contributor: BlooJay BlooJay
The locking collar is cool
10/02/2012
Contributor: EdenUser EdenUser
Locking collar with mini bondage rings
10/04/2012