Even though I have a deep seated love for hand blown glass, I have had reservations about using glass toys in the past. I am still skeptical of thin ones with long necks, but I have no such reservations about Joyful Pleasure's 24K Double Pleasure. This toy has shown me a whole new side of glass.

The 24K is a double-ended "massager" made of hand-blown tempered glass. It comes in a long, proportionally sized white box with interior plastic packaging that will work well for storage. The design is an elegant blend of form and function. The 9" long shaft has a nice even curve to it, enough so that it's good for G-spotting or P-spotting but not enough that you could throw it and have it come back around. Each end has a smoothly shaped bulb at the tip with no edges, points, or seams. Each half of the shaft has its own texture: spiraling ridges on one half and evenly scattered nubs on the other. The translucent gold coloring gives it great visual appeal, especially by candlelight. To state the obvious, no actual gold was used in the making of this dildo. It has a weighty, solid feel to it, despite weighing less than a pound.

This is a reasonably sized toy (the bulbs have a 1.25" diameter and the shaft is 1" with the nubs raised 1/8" up) but glass is a hard and unyielding material, so make sure you take the time to warm up. It may be too large for some beginners. For those who can take it, insertion with the 24K is as smooth as can be. The bulbs at each end are tapered and recede gradually into the shaft, so with a little lube it will glide like silk with no drag against the skin. I really love that you can use any lube with this toy, a real plus for glass as a material. Feel free to break out the thicker lubes, like silicone or oil-based, that don't always play well with other toys.

Based on the feedback I've received, this toy is great on the G-spot and very intense once it gets there. The bulbs at each end are distinct enough for focused stimulation but they don't have ridges themselves (like the head of a cock) and won't catch on pubic bones (though it is long and hard enough that you should be careful not to go in too far and bump the cervix). So far the side with spiraling ridges seems to be the favorite.

Another thing I am really loving about glass is the versatility. If I want to play around with temperature, I can cool the 24K down by putting it in the fridge (not the freezer) or heat it up by putting it in the microwave or a container of warm water. It also warms to body heat quite nicely. This material is medical grade, hypoallergenic, and completely non-porous so it's great for anal (with someone who can accommodate its size) and can be sterilized in a number of ways for sharing. You can clean it with a diluted bleach or another toy cleaner or put it in the dishwasher (securely so that it doesn't slip). Just don't freeze or boil it.

I have confidence that this toy will last a very long time. The tempered glass is hard and durable. I've had it drop and it hasn't sustained any chips or scratches. In the rare instance that it would break, it will break into large pieces instead of shattering. Just avoid using it in situations where it could potentially fall from a great height onto a hard surface. This is not the toy to use on the roof. You could easily fit it into a bag or suitcase for travel, but I would take care that it is wrapped and cushioned securely for the ride. As for discretion, I would assume that most people would be able to guess what it is, but it is less phallic and certainly less realistic than many toys out there, so you never know.

Overall, I love how the 24K is a beautiful piece of art and a seriously functional tool rolled into one. It was carefully handmade and upon close examination you can see how each of the nubs is unique, which really adds to the pride of ownership. I am looking forward to having fun with this for years to come.

This remains one of the most beautiful toys in my collection. It never fails to satisfy and is a pleasure to use each and every time. I really hope it becomes available on EF again, it's too good to be discontinued!