This gag is pretty decent, especially for the price. The straps are partially leather, so vegans will need to look elsewhere. They're lined with a fleecy material which is not ideal, but it does make the gag more comfortable and likely keeps the price point down. The rivets and rings are sturdily constructed. The biggest problem with the straps is they look and feel somewhat cheap. I think it would take a lot to break this toy, but if you like your gear to have an aesthetic appeal this gag may fall short.

The ball itself has various holes drilled into it so that one can breathe through the gag. It's a softer rubber - not hard plastic like one might expect from a cheaper gag - but it is still strong enough not to be crushed or broken. The soft rubber makes it ideal to wear for longer periods of time. The ball is a pretty standard size as well. I have a small mouth and some jaw problems, but I found this ball gag to still be pretty comfortable regardless.

One thing about breather gags that should be kept in mind by people who haven't used them before is that you will drool. Everywhere. You will have no ability to control it. This is not a problem for some people and actually might be a bit of a turn-on, but if you're sensitive about your new satin sheets you're probably better off with a more traditional solid ball gag.

That being said, I prefer the feel of a breather gag to traditional ball gags. They're much more versatile than a standard ball gag and are safer to use with equipment like bondage hoods which may inhibit the ability to breathe through one's nose. My partner enjoys the fact that, while my speech is still stifled, my moans and cries are not. If you're someone who enjoys those types of noises, uses equipment that covers the nose, or someone who just has general breathing problems, this ball gag might be the option you're looking for.

The one missing feature that would have been nice to include is a locking buckle. Being able to be locked into any bondage device takes any scenario to a new level (assuming you have a partner who is responsible with the keys)! For the price it's not necessarily a deal breaker, and some users may not find it desirable, but it would be nice to have the option. Still, the included buckle is very sturdy.

Cleanup is pretty easy. I run the ball under warm water and clean with anti-bacterial soap, taking special care not to get the leather wet. As for care and treatment of the straps, I might give the fleece side a once over with a warm, moist rag (not too moist) and thoroughly dry it with a clean towel. I take care to only spot treat the leather so as not to damage it. With proper care this should last a long time.

If you don't set your expectations too high, you cannot beat the quality at this price point. If you're looking for more quality, however, take the $10.99 and invest in some real leather.