Missing my girls...

When I started using dolls a few years ago, I joined the internet doll forums to learn more about how to modify my only doll at the time to improve my experiences with it. I began to read the different threads and discovered the deep relationships some of the members had with their synthetic partners. At the time, I have to admit, I found those relationships odd and off the track. I thought some of those guys were weirdos by giving personalities to their dolls and having such strong feelings about them... 

Fast forward four years (and a growing collection of sex dolls),  and now I find myself missing my “girls” while I am traveling. Somehow, I developed my own type of relationship with my synthetic harem.

When at home, I don't talk to them or treat them as living being at all times.  Most of the time they are just another thing I have in the apartment – like furniture or part of the decoration. They are just there, but with time, I had gotten used to their physical presence in my life. They had become something more than just furniture. They had become part of my life.

If you are a doll owner, you will definitively understand what I am saying. If you are not a doll owner, explaining the effect these synthetic companions have on the human brain is almost impossible. My body and brain had gotten used to their presence, gotten to feel one (or two) lying next to me during lonely nights, and even the moments when I am taking care of them fixing a new wig or organizing their outfits. It can be silly, but I do miss them...

Don't get me wrong... I am enjoying everything about my travels – the places, the people, and specially the food – but at times, I really want to have one of my dolls with me. It is a special sensation that after a few weeks on the road I begin to miss. 

Well, anyway, I will be home soon...

Doll Review: 1-AM's Natasha (TC1101)

As you guys know, I am working on the new website - and it has been a nightmare! First, I realized how much I have forgotten about web design - the last time I made a website was 8 years ago - and then I injured my right hand. Nothing major, but it stills hurts when I type... But the plan is to launch Casquetero.com before July 20.

But as busy as I could be with the website and other things I have to do this month, I don't stop trying new toys. It's an addiction! :)

The latest toy is a small Chinese solid doll from my pals at 1-AM. They recently launched their American website - IAMDollUSA.com - offering a selection of dolls manufactured by their company in China. They have inflatables, fabric, silicone, and even TPE dolls, but I went for their smallest and lightest solid doll: Natasha.

Just out of the box.

How is this small lady? Let's go to the review for the details...

The doll

Natasha is one of the entry level models of 1-AM. It is a small doll (47 inches tall) and it looks like one of those "My Size" dolls targeted to girls, but modified so it has sexual capabilities. That is the controversial part of the doll - at first look, it seems to be a modified kid's toy. But those are just first impressions.

In "person" the doll is more mature than expected. The doll is the same height as a 6-years old girl, but its proportions are of a young grown-up. The body has adult definition and shape with its torso having curves on the right places to hint a developed body. The breasts IMO are the best part - a pair of silicone breasts that look and feel great. Of course, the genital area had been modified so a big masturbator (included with the doll) fits easily. The doll is made of plasticized rubber which is hollow, but 1AM fills the body with poly-fill adding weight and consistency to the material. All the body with the exception of the breasts is made of the same rubber material.

The doll is a sturdy little woman, with legs and arms that rotate 360 degrees. She is able to support most of her own weight (about 13 pounds) and being light, she is easy to "play" with.

Introducing "Natalia"

When you order the doll  at IAMDollUSA.com , you have the chance of selecting between two faces - the standard "Asian" face (available with either black, brown, or blonde rooted hair) or a more mature looking "European" face (available with blonde rooted hair). Regardless of the options chosen, the doll arrives ready to use, dress with simple lingerie and the masturbator.

The ordering process is relatively easy since you can use the order page on the website or email your order to their representative in the US. Either way, you can expect your doll in the given period of time. My Natasha arrived 12 days after I paid her, even when my order arrived during a Chinese holiday.

The Masturbator

The included masturbator is a big closed ended toy with vaginal and anal orifices. The vaginal  orifice has a realistic texture that is enjoyable with moderately high stimulation while the anal orifice has a shorter depth and is smooth. Personally, I enjoyed more the vaginal orifice and placed a small bullet vibrator inside the anal canal.

If the masturbator was a separate item, I would give it the following score:

Immediate Feedback: 4/5
Orgasm Buildup: 5/5
Realism: 4/5
Tightness: 3/5
Tear and Wear: 5/5
Hygiene: 4/5
Maintenance: 4/5
Use: 5/5

Total: 34 / 40

Using the doll

The Natasha doll is really easy to use. First, it is light, allowing you to move her around with one hand without issue. Second, it is small - at barely 4 feet tall, it is easily concealed in a closet or inside a carry-on bag after you disassemble the head and limbs (which are pretty easy to remove and replace).  The legs and arms rotate to allow basic positions, not as many  as a high-end doll, but many more than expected. The material is strong and resistant, so you can be creative with your Natasha.

Two things: You can easily pop the limbs out during play, but they are easy to replace to continue the session. The second is the hair. The doll comes with your selection of black, brown, or blonde hair but be warned that it is rooted hair. If you are not a big fan of rooted hair, you can cut it and use wigs with your doll, just like I did.

Natalia showing her figure.

If you don't like the included masturbator, you can replace it with a similar sized sleeve. I used the AINO Mature Vagina with my Natasha doll (named Natalia) and although not a perfect fit, it worked nicely to add some variety.

Score
Looks: 5/5 - Incredibly cute
Realism: 4/5 - She is a scaled down young lady. If the ass was as squeezable as the breasts, she would have been perfect...
Mobility: 5 / 5 - Lightweight enough to move with one hand. Easy to hide.
Fuckability - 4/5 - Limited positions, but enough to be fun to play. Accept other big masturbators.
Durability - 5/5 - Natasha is pretty sturdy

Total: 23 / 25
Value: High
Preference: High

Verdict:
The Natasha is a good introduction to solid dolls. If you want to experiment with a solid doll and don't have too much space or want something easy to move and store, this doll is perfect for you. With a price below $400, it is a good durable doll to have in your harem.

"Hug me... Then f**k me!"

Answers to a few questions...

One of the great things about writing a blog is that readers ask questions on the comments area. Sometimes, answering these questions is easy - one or two lines would do - but often, there are questions that deserve longer answers, sometimes too long for a reply. So I have taken three of those questions and replied to them in a post. Lets start...

1. Which doll is better: the modified Aki or the Meiki Plush Doll? (Anonymous)

As I wrote in the reply, it is difficult to compare these two excellent dolls. For those of you that don't know what I am talking about, the Aki is a clear air doll from Japan which I modified with a pair of Quty Tits (see the review here and the mods here) while the Meiki Doll is a plush torso sold by ToyDemon (see my review here). Personally, I prefer solid dolls because they provide some resistance when you use them and they feel more realistic to the touch. Now, inflatable dolls have their good points, specially when dealing with storage. If you have a busted back like me, an air babe is a great option - no weight to lift, no effort to move it around. So, which one is better? Well, it depends on your preferences and your masturbators. 

Both dolls have realistic measures, attractive curves, and excellent quality construction. If you want a doll that is easily stored when not used, then any of the clear Japanese ladies will do - Aki, Nana, Usahane, or Ren. All of these dolls accept small and medium sized masturbators (Toys Heart, Lilith, Succubus, etc) and can be dressed with your favorite clothes. If you want to feel like a porn star and shoot your "money shot" over her breasts or ass, cleaning is super easy - just wipe with a damp cloth or paper towel. They also are easy to modify with breasts masturbators like the Quty Tits by following the same procedure I used. Drawbacks? Air dolls are prone to develop puncture wounds, so be aware of any sharp object or abrasive surface. The price for your fantasies is about US$105 for the combo ($40 for the doll and  $65 for the Quty Tits).

On the other hand, if your masturbator collection includes a lot of larger masturbators like the Meikis and Fleshlights, the best option is the Meiki Doll. Yes, it costs twice as the Aki / Quty combo ($230), and money shots will be a pain in the ass to clean, but it will accommodate all your rubber pussies from the small ones to the huge Fleshlights. Storage is trickier - you will need a duffel bag or a closet to hide it - but if you live alone, it really does not matter. Also, any modification or repair requires at least having minimum sewing skills and equipent.

So, the best doll is the one that suits your budget, living arrangemments, and masturbator collection. Both the Aki and the Meiki are excellent options, so regardless which one you choose, you will enjoy it.


2. Which is the most realistic masturbator? (Various)

This is another of those difficult questions to answer. Why? Because "realistic" can mean anything you want it to mean. It can mean that its labia looks real. It can mean that the material feels like real flesh. It can mean that the texture feels like a real vagina feels. It can mean... well you get the idea. What is a "realistic" toy for me can be a total thud with you and vice-versa. For example, one of the most realistic toys in the market is the Meiki Maria Ozawa which a lot of people find too soft and not stimulating (I do not own a Maria Ozawa). Other guys will go 100% behind their trusted Fleshlight Vortex, which for me is the closest Fleshlight has gotten to a realistic texture (I haven't ordered the Bookworm, which looks promising).

That said, in MY opinion, three of  the most realistic masturbators are the Venus Real, the Meiki ZXY, and the Meiki Chika Eiro. Their textures are very organic - no straight tunnels, no extreme nubs or ribs, and no teeth or unnatural structures. Their stimulation level varies from the low (Real) to the medium high level (ZXY). There are many toys that feel realistic - Succubus 2D Wave, Lilith Uterus, Monster Kakusei, Sujiman Kupa Roa (review pending), Satori (review pending), and even the much maligned Fleshlight Lotus and Original textures - that it is almost impossible to declare a single winner on the realistic toy. After all, real pussies are different from each other...

3. "I bought toy X and didn't like it!" (Various)

I get this back on comments, emails and private messages all the time. The person reads one of my reviews, buys a toy I liked, then he doesn't like it. (The good thing is that nobody had blamed me of his decision... yet!)

Well, there are a few things I need to say about this situation:

• Give the toy a few tries. Toys and our penises need some time to get used to each other - the famous "break-in" period. When I review a toy, I make sure that I use it at least 3 times before I review it. Sometimes it has taken me more than 5 uses to make up an opinion about a toy. So, get to know your toy before dismissing it to the recycle bin. Use a different lube / lotion. Change the quantity of lubricant. Vary the speed of masturbation. All those factors can make the worst toy a cool one to play with. I could not appreciate my Fleshlight Vortex until after I used it 12 times!
• Have toys of different types. Do you know what DGS is? If not go here. DGS happens whenever your penis gets used to the pressure from your hand - but a similar effect can happen when your penis gets used to a toy's consistency or texture type. If you only use Fleshlights and suddenly change to a meiki, you will feel like fucking air because meikis are way softer and have a lower intensity than the Fleshies. If you are used to meikis and change to a Toys Heart toy, you will feel like fucking a sandpaper because the material used by ToysHeart is more rubbery and firm. You avoid that by having different toys with a variety of textures and firmness levels. Have a mix of realistic, smooth and highly intense toys and cycle them on a daily or weekly basis.
• Be creative with your toys. Use two toys during the same session, alternating between them. Twist the toy, so your penis get different stimuli. Create games with them, like pumping to the beat of music or challenging yourself to last certain time before cumming. Sometimes being creative with a toy helps you to discover new things in them and make that toy you despise into your favorite. One example - my FL Maze. It is a weird texture, a hit-or-miss type. But when I had a dual toy session with the Maze and the Forbidden, I realized the Maze felt different. It was a hit. Now, whenever I use the Maze, I combine it with a smooth texture like the Forbidden or the Original, so I feel something completely different when I stick my penis in one of the toys.
• Be gentle the first time. Like in real dates, if you go too rough on the first time, it won't end well. If you are using a toy for the first time, be gentle with it. Apply more lubricant than usual to "cure" the inside and allow your penis to slide easier into a new toy. Go slow, so you can feel the texture. Enjoy the ride. 

Well, I have a few other questions I will leave to a future post.

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