I have to admit buying the Crystal Jellies Ballsy Royal was an impulse buy - and against my better judgment. After perusing some of the top VixSkin and other silicone toys ranging from $65-$100 - this gem pops up for just $16!

The obvious problem is the jelly material which ranks very low on the safety rating chart - in fact I just tossed out a similar jelly toy that caused a painful reaction to my wife's delicate skin. We had been using a condom to protect her from the burning sensation. Since I still have some of the condoms left over - I figured that saving $75 was worth a try.

When the Ballsy showed up - the first thing you notice is the hefty size and weight - but I expected that so no problem. Checking the dimensions against the advertised values I found them to be very close - if anything it may average a little larger in dia - more like 1-7/8" than 1-3/4" - but within tolerence.

As expected the jelly reeked - no amount of washing seemed to make a difference, so I wrapped it up and put it way waiting for the chance to try it with my wife. We've used it many times since then - always to great effect (see experience section below). The first few times I used a condom to be safe - but eventually I got lazy and tried using it bare-back - and am pleased that there were no issues or adverse reactions.

When I get out some toys to get ready for some fun, my wife will get a whiff and dismissively ask 'Is that that big smelly one?' We both know the answer because the scent is unmistakable - but I just ignore her because I know she's going to be writhing in ecstasy very soon!

If you are one of the many at EF that stick to only the safest silicone, glass & metal materials - this is one to stay away from. But if you're not sensitive to TPR and other similar materials and you're looking for a toy with a superior value proposition - you should seriously consider the Ballsy. After all it cost about the same as 2 Starbucks lattes - but will give years of on-call orgasms!

I really struggled between 3 and 4 stars for the Ballsy - I went for 4 because performance wise it deserves 5-stars - but the material issues caused be to mark it down just 1 star not 2.

Make no mistake about it - this is a big one, even for a seasoned veteran like my girl. About half the time I'll start with something smaller to get her warmed up - otherwise I can tell by fingering her that she's ready.

There can be a little discomfort when the bulbous head pops in - but once past that she loves the feeling and textures. I just have to be careful not to withdraw too much so as to avoid the re-penetration.

Once inside I stroke the shaft in short strokes - responding to her level of excitement. As she gets cranked up she will press back toward me - searching for that deeper stimulation.

I'd say that she rarely wants the full 8.5" depth - it seems that the head of the Ballsy will hit her a-spot about 1 to 1.5" from the faux balls at the base. Once the bulbous head begins working her a-spot it isn't long before she explodes into a lengthy combined orgasm.

I say combined orgasm because she almost always has her favorite clit vibe nearby to combine the a-spot and clit stimulation into a long - and very deep orgasmic event.

In spite of the continued issues with odor - everything else about this toy is working well for us. The size is just a bit of a stretch so we start with something a little smaller. But if she's really into size - like this morning, the Crystal jellies ballsy royal makes a good warm-up for Aria's vibrating bigboy!

The Crystal jellies ballsy royal is a great toy if you like size & texture in a dildo and can handle jelly. If jelly is an issue for you, your better off with silicone - although a condom can be used.