Metal vs plastic

I have discussed this subject with my girlfriend and need your input.

As a woman, do you prefer the metal or plastic speculums? My girlfriend prefers the metal, so long as it is warmed before insertion.

Invest in metal ones its well worth the money.

Plastic ones tend to pinch, unless you are using it in a medical setting where you cant sterilize them fast enough.

Metal....cold is awesome.

Oh definitely metal ... and please keep it the freezer just prior to use ... and before you insert it, look into my eyes and say - in a very sincere tone - this may be a little cold, but just relax ...

I have both and i like both of them but the metal one has a different feel to it and mostly when it is a little cold but not like freezing

There is just something special about a shiny metal object, heavy in the hand and gleaming in the light as it is about to make its way into a dark orifice... there is nothing like it. Of course, cleanliness is of utmost importance when reuseable equipment is concerned. Once again, you must trust your partner to have your best interests at heart. But definitely, give me metal!

Definitely metal,

Metal is much easier to use and will last much longer. You would not want to break a plastic one while you were using it. That would definitely spoil the mood.

Metal, lasts longer and being a little cold adds to the experience in my opinion.

Yes myself like the metal ones much more. They can be cleaned and sterilized much easier. And they do not break someone with strong muscles in that area can break a plastic one during heavy play.

I agree, cold is cool. Gives a more steril feel to the experience.

I was told today that they have stopped using metal speculums in GP surgeries in the UK (as of the last year or so) and are now using plastic only in all cases...anyone know whether this is true??!

I don't know if it true but I could see that it is more sterile and no chance of cross contamination

But are they more sterile or safe? Probably made in China. What are the production controls over there related to sterliity? There will be an obvious tendency to open the paper/plastic wrap and use it immediately. Inhospitals the packs may be irradiated but in your loctors office? Unlikely. In the hands of an average playdoc? Almost certainly not irradiated or subject to further sterilising.

And what about the chemical constituents of Far East plastics? Who remembers the millions of toys removed from sale because they could poison children. Do you still want to put one in your vagina?

Do you want one to fracture inside your vagina? Imagine those sharp edges!

Give me (or rather my play patients) stainless steel anytime. I know I can boil it and then sterile wrap it. I know it won't break into pieces. It's a no choice for me.

Well... i would think its more to do with metal being colder?

For play it seems like staianless, but in the real world it is all most always single-use plastic these days

Absolutely stainless for play, the colder the better, but with problems with sterilisation now, it has to be plastic in practice. Give me cold steel any day though.

Metal definitely adds more to the scene.

Chilling in the fridge is OK, but freezing and then inserting??? Isn't that like licking an iron pipe in the winter (sticking?) What about frost bite in the vulva? Not good.

My Girlfriend and I defenitly prefer the metal speculums. It is more realistic.

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Tough one, but I think that metal seems not only more clinical but a little scarier. I mean you hear it clink around and it has a weight to it. It's not substantial or anything, but it just makes you think oh my god that's going inside of me. Plus you can heat or cool it for whatever is necessary. But, being realistic, I think plastic is a little easier to insure that's it's sterile if you buy them from the right place, they're sealed properly and everything.

Noticed the other day during one of my regular forays round the med suppliers that disposable metal speculums are now available at ridiculously low prices.

To answer this question, ask this question of yourself. "Do I want a broken, sharp plastic implement inside my naughty bits?" Metal and proper sanitation is the safe way to go.

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If we keep on drawing attention to the facts we'll get the message over about fragile plastic and Chinese factory masters using poisonous plastic compounds and pretending their factories are sterile environments

You get what you pay for. If you take the time to find quality products such as Welch-Allyn disposables you will not need to be concerned over the issue of horror story plastic. Their specula are made in USA using quality plastics from companies like Dupont and have fully certified disclosure of the chemical composition. A W-A speculum will never break since the design of the angulation mechanism will not withstand enough force and will pop apart allowing the speculum to close. Properly obtained medical products will always need to pass stringent requirements such as FDA approval to insure that they are safe. Avoid bargain sources and buy only recognized name brand products.

Vaginal speculums are exactly that, vaginal. Use the right instrument, they were designed with a purpose in mind and are not for use as an anal speculum, which is the only way they are likely be broken.

Metal is the best. And when it is a little cold it is even better. Nice feeling for the patient

It has to be metal, no doubt! Cold and more professional looking.

I prefer metal

Def metal cold or warmed

plastic ones are not good

Both my girl friends and my now wife much prefer metal. The only thing one of my girl friends liked about the plastic ones, was the clicking sound when it was being opened up in side her.