I have been interested in cock rings for a while, and done a lot of research to try and figure out the better styles, sizes, materials, etc. I decided on the Titan by Gear Essentials to be my first cock ring based on it's good reviews and the reputation of its producer. Additionally, I had read that metal rings were not recommended for beginners, but I decided that I wanted to give it a try, keeping all of the precautions and warnings in mind.

Once I received my Titan in the mail and made it back to my dorm room, I found it in a very masculine looking, round, metal case, with padding on the inside to protect the metal ring from scratches. My initial reaction once it was out of the case and in my hand went something like, "How am I suppose to fit through this!?!?". After the initial shock regarding it's size, I could tell immediately that I liked it. The brushed metal was very appealing and honestly I couldn't wait to get it on and see how it looked.

Once I was ready to play and give it a try, I pulled some scrotum skin through the ring then pushed one testicle through, then the other, and finally got my cock through as well with the aid of a little water-based lube on the head and top. The ease of getting everything through surprised me, I had envisioned needing to spend considerably more time coaxing everything through and even a little pain involved to get it to fit, but that wasn't the case at all.

Well, I now had a shiny new cock ring in place and was ready to have a go around. I pulled up some porn and lubed up my Maven penis sleeve and went to town. The cock ring definitely seemed to change the sensations in a few ways. Firstly, things were slightly dulled, similar to wearing a condom during sex, but not to the same degree. Also, I felt more full and slightly harder, which was something I had anticipated based on my reading and I enjoyed it a lot. Another amazing effect I felt from wearing the ring was that when I felt myself nearing orgasm, the urge to ejaculate didn't just spring up on me, it kind of crept up slowly, which allowed me to slow down, control myself, and get myself close to coming numerous times.

When I finally let myself come, it was AMAZING. My orgasm was insanely more powerful and not to mention it seemed to last for a solid five or more seconds longer than normal. When I finally calmed down and snapped out of it, I knew that cock rings were definitely going to be in my life for a long time.

Moreover, as far as cleaning is concerned, there isn't a whole lot to say. Running it under warm or hot water and applying some soap is about all you need to do to take care of this. Also, since the ring is metal it is non-porous and can be sterilized in the usual ways if you wish to share it.

Lastly, I wish I had gotten a slightly smaller size. I measured myself as best as possible according to the instructions on the Gear Essentials website, and ordered the 2" ring accordingly. It fits well, however, I can still wiggle and fit a finger in the remaining space between the ring and my cock. Being that I'm new to cock rings, I don't know for sure if this is suppose to be true, so I will stick with my current ring for a while until I feel sure enough in my experience to move down to the 1 7/8" rings.

To try something a bit different, run the Titan under warm or hot water for a minute or so then put it on, or leave it in the freezer. The metal takes on temperature changes very well and it adds a nice mix to its use.