Unwrapping the Studded Paddle by Spartacus made me want to put on a short pleated skirt, ruffled white panties, white thigh highs, a white button blouse, and a pair of black Mary Jane platform heels, bend over my "Daddy's" lap and let him spank me proper. There is something alluring and intimidating starring at your partner with a leather flogging paddle in hand. I can get lost in a thought of being punished by a Principal, Teacher, Daddy, or any other person in authority.

This paddle is nice and wide enough to spank the whole span of the backside area. I thought the studded side was for show but later after finishing a session, my partner told me at one point he was hitting me with the studded side. I didn't notice the difference in the smooth side or the studded side. The material feels nice against the skin as it glides or smacks. The Studded Paddle is loud if you are into the noise factor and it gives the sting if you are into the pain factor.

In playing around with the paddle outside the bedroom I did notice the studded side does have a bit more sting to it then the smooth side. I can see this fulfilling those that crave intense pain and yet not so intense for those still experimenting with BDSM sex toys.

I noticed during the last session my partner pulled the leather tie off that is tied to the end of the paddle. I think it was getting in the way of his efforts. Other than that, we both enjoyed using this flogging toy for foreplay or for any type of punishment play. I can see over time that constant usage of the Studded Paddle will make it bendable (where the handle meets the paddle area); as the whole thing is made of leather. However, I think that will just give a different effect on when the handler swats his/her willing subject.