I think just about anyone in the BDSM scene would put these to good use. They are a lot smoother than metal handcuffs. They leave no marks even after hours of use. They are easy to attach to your partner. They adjust in seconds (if you get the ones with tethers). You can use multiple sport cuffs to get your partner in any position you can think of. Now, if your late night job entails tying up business men upside down, then these might not be the hand cuffs for you. They might hold your partner secured, but they can undo them with little effort. Well that might not be for all; it gives my wife a secure feeling knowing she can get herself free if needed.

I think for the $20 you are getting a well made product that will last you for many years of bedroom play. As far as being easily removed by the wearer, you know when an emergency will arise (your partner falling off the bed and getting knocked out, your young kids waking up and walking in on you, etc.), life's full of surprises; you might as well be prepared to handle them as they come. With the Velcro, they will fit anyone and be comfortable for hours. Leave them tied up all night; it won't leave any bruises or marks. They don't look like something that came out of German porn. They are non-threatening, yet still somehow manage to do what they were designed to do.

How well did it work for me? Well, we have been using our sportcuffs for over 3 years now. They have performed perfectly every night that they get pulled out of the drawer. I have tied my wife up in just about every room in the house, and not once have we encountered a problem. They have not marred up any of the furniture. With the addition of multiple sets there is no end to your imagination. These have to be the most flexible and adaptable restraint system I have seen. They are easy to clean. A wet towel will clean just about anything off of the cuffs. Baby wipes, if you have some laying around, work wonders keeping them fresh.

Seeing how these have Velcro, I would not store them with towels or clothing. Even if you keep the Velcro attached to itself, they still will pick up fuzz and lint balls. They store nicely just about anywhere, if you choose to take yours off of the bed. We leave ours attached to our bed, ready to go; you never know when she has been a bad girl and I'll need their help.

I am sure the packaging has changed in the 3 years I have had mine. But, if you're like me, it doesn't matter what package it comes in; you just end up throwing the packaging in the recycling bin the day your new toy arrives.

I don't think you can go wrong with these. Stock up on a couple of sets, and see if you can find the ones that come with tethers. They come in handy for tying up your partner's legs in multiple positions. They will last you many fun filled years.