The Gold Laced G is a somewhat realistic glass dildo by SSA glass. It is a smaller glass toy, being only an inch in diameter at its widest insertible point. With an extremely pronounced base, this toy is not only safe for anal use, but I would recommend it more for anal than vaginal use. The toy has a slight curve, lending it its ability to stimulate the G- or P-spot. The raised lattice work adds stimulation while in use. The size and design of the toy is one that I feel both beginners and more advanced users can enjoy.

Because of the small shape and size, I think that this toy is better suited for discreet travel than most glass toys. Place it in the small drawstring pouch and put it in a purse or overnight bag; the resulting bulge of the toy is much less pronounced than normal SSA glass toys.

The Gold Laced G is made of glass with raised lattice work up the shaft. The lattice work is pronounced, and can be felt while being thrusted. The lattice work might be too pronounced for some during anal use if you're not used to texture on your anal toys.
It is a very firm, rigid toy with no give at all. Caution needs to used while playing with the toy, as you can bruise yourself with a thrust that is too hard. The toy also has no smell, is non-porous, and doesn't hold a smell at all.
The design is somewhat realistic. You can only really tell by looking at the toy that it is phallic shaped, but while it's in use the realistic head adds little to the overall experience.

The Gold Laced G is a semi-realistic clear glass dildo. It has raised gold tinted lattice work up the entire shaft. It has a slight curve to it near the head of the toy, and has an over-exaggerated base that makes for a good handle. The realistic head of the toy isn't pronounced, in fact, it barely rises above the lattice work of the shaft. Instead of the bulbous, more gentle, arrow like heads of most glass toys, this one has a defined head that is phallic in design. For that, I'd say that the toy isn't discreet.
It is also a small toy. Barely an inch in diameter and with only 5 1/2" of insertible length, this toy would make a great addition to any beginner's collection. It may not work for some who require more girth to their toys for vaginal use, however the toy works amazingly well anally.

I think that this toy is best used anally. Due to the small build of the toy both in length and circumference, vaginal use may prove to be an unpleasant or unfruitful experience for some. Anal play may also prove frustrating or unpleasant for those new to textured anal toys. Just go slow, use lots of lube, and anally this toy has the potential to be amazing.

The small length and circumference have their merits as well. For me it was a great warm up/teaser for vaginal use, and with enough persistence the orgasm was great. The somewhat realistic base gave me something to really grip on to, and made the toy anal-use safe. For my first time using toys 'that way' it made for a great, safe, fun experience that I believe others could experience as well.

The Gold Laced G is made of pyrex glass, which means it's one of the safest and easiest toys to care for. Pyrex glass is the same type of glass that most glass cookware is made of. If it breaks from being dropped or thrown it'll break into chunks, not shards. If the glass is shocked from extreme temperature changes (think freezer to hot bath, or freezer to oven), it might break into shards. I advise against throwing the Gold Laced G. I've dropped mine in the bath and everything's been ok, but I suppose if you were to drop it one too many times from a normal 3-4 foot height, it could break.
Glass is great for holding temperature, but holding it under cool/warm water is enough to achieve the desired change. You shouldn't microwave it, put it in the oven, or even freeze it. Just because it's made like cookware doesn't mean you can treat it like cookware!
It's extremely easy to clean. Once done (or before switching anal use to vaginal use), you can wipe it down with baby wipes or toy cleaner cloths. After playtime is over, wash it with antibacterial/antimicrobial soap and water, clean it with a 10% bleach solution, boil it, or put it in the top rack of the dishwasher. If you choose to clean it with bleach or wipes/cloths make sure you rinse it off before inserting it again. Some of the cleaners aren't internally body safe and it could cause an adverse reaction.
Due to the raised latticework, extra care should be taken while cleaning this toy because, as with any textured toy, germs can hide in the crevices.
Glass is non-porous and doesn't hold a smell. It is compatible with all types of lube, but be careful not to use too much.
To store, just place in the drawstring pouch and lay gently wherever you usually store your toys.

The Gold Lace G arrived wrapped in bubble wrap and placed inside a red velvety drawstring pouch. There weren't any instructions, and the bubble wrap protected it in transit so it arrived intact with no damage. The drawstring pouch can be used for storage, but since mine isn't padded I'm still careful about placing it in with my other toys so it doesn't chip or crack.

ALWAYS check your glass toys for nicks, chips and cracks before use and never use one that shows any sign of damage.

If I could rate this purely on its anal use merits, I would give it a 5 star rating. However, because it's mostly marketed as a vaginal use toy, I have to take into account that most people aren't going to find this fufilling of their needs. To compromise, I'm going to rate this at a 3 star. The toy is great for beginner anal players, or beginner users in general, but some more advanced people might find this lacking.