"Wow, this thing is huge!" was the first thought that came into my head when I received the original vac-u-lock. The pearl pink dildo didn't look nearly as intimidating when I saw it on EF's website. Admittedly, I was a little nervous to try it out, thought it might just be a little over my head. Now after a few highly successful uses, I am beginning to understand why some say that size matters.

Like I said, the proportions on this toy are impressive. Although the overview states a diameter of 1 1/2", I measured closer to 1 3/4". Perhaps it would be closer to the stated value without the borderline gratuitous veined texture. The overall length is true to 8", 7 1/2" insertable. Weighing in at 12 ounces of premium silicone, this is a substantial dildo that will give you your money's worth.

Over the recent past, silicone has become my standard for most toys. You can't beat it in versatility- it's firm yet pliable, hefty yet soft, and most importantly, nonporous. Silicone is great if you're looking for a toy that is hygienic, durable and affordable. Wash it simply with warm water and antibacterial soap or just throw it in the top rack of your dishwasher! Boil it for 3 minutes to completely disinfect. Bonus tip: You can change the temperature of the material by placing it in warm or cool water before use.

Although this dildo is designed for use with the vac-u-lock system, it is also compatible with o-ring harnesses. Beware, you will need an o-ring larger than the typical 1 1/2" so make sure you have a harness that allows for different sizes. I was frustrated to find out that it wouldn't fit in my bare as you dare g-string harness until I purchased a larger o-ring. Because of its great weight and length, you may want to consider coupling this dildo with a more heavy duty harness anyway.

For those up to the task, this dildo can provide some highly pleasurable internal stimulation. If you're like me and not accustomed to such a large size, make sure you have some water-based lube ready. What can I say besides that it feels great, sigh. A little dainty thrusting goes a long way with this girthy monster. Although not marketed as a g-spot specific toy, there is no way to not find your internal sweet spot with this dildo. Each test run took less than 60 seconds to bring me over the edge, even though I wanted to prolong the experience. Now I just have to be careful not to let myself get too spoiled.

If you can handle the size, this makes for a great anal toy with its silicone material and flared base. Again, if you can handle the size. For even more stimulation, put some lube (water-based) on a bullet vibe and insert into the base.