Tantus Beginner Ball Gag Review

Personal Experience

Unboxing

When I first opened the packaging for the Tantus Beginner Ball Gag, I was a bit confused about how to assemble it. The steps are fairly simple and it doesn’t really require much ‘assembly’. I was just confused because the straps seemed way too wide to be able to fit through the small holes in the silicone of the gag. I had to conclude that it needed to be stretched out and forced through, and went to work! After a bit of tugging and pulling, I succeeded. Although, the leather straps still seemed to look squished and I couldn’t help but worry that I was going to ruin this nice ball gag. Once it was assembled, I also noticed that the seam of the silicone on the base of the gag was a bit messy. Admittedly, the unboxing of the Tantus Beginner Ball Gag did make me quite skeptical of its overall quality. Luckily, the performance could prove me wrong!

Back to Basics

Design

I think the design of the Tantus Beginner Ball Gag is pretty innovative. That pacifier-inspired design means that the bulbous tip fits comfortably in the back of the mouth while the lips rest around the slimmer neck of the gag. This meant that my jaw wasn't open in an uncomfortable angle for a longer period of time. I could also breathe pretty comfortably through it, so it didn't feel as intense as with a regular solid ball gag. My main complaint is what the gag looks like when it's inserted and secured. The flat base is quite simple. Now, this wouldn't be a problem if it weren't for the messy seams along the silicone around the base. Aesthetically, it's not something I feel particularly sexy wearing.

Ease of Use

The Tantus Beginner Ball Gag is extremely easy to use. The gag itself fits snugly into the mouth and the velcro straps are easy to fasten around the head. The only thing that was a bit tricky was getting the straps through the holes in the silicone, since these were almost too small for the width of the straps. Once they're in, though, they're pretty secure.

Quality

I think the Tantus Beginner Ball Gag is a great quality product. It's made with quality materials that will make the gag safe and comfortable to use for years and years. However, one point of critique I have is how the edges of the silicone look a bit messy. This doesn't really affect the functionality of the gag. I just think it makes it look like a poorer quality toy when I know for a fact that it isn't. The holes for the straps also don't seem to be quite big enough for the width of the straps. I had to the stretch the silicone quite a bit for them to go through! All of this combined, makes the quality feel a bit sloppy, which is unfortunate given the good quality of the materials themselves.

Price

I think the Tantus Beginner Ball Gag is pretty reasonably priced. I wouldn't call it an "affordable" option but it definitely isn't overpriced either. You're getting a good quality ball gag with a unique design. Considering the premium quality materials this ball gag is made from, I think the price is fair. It's also very durable and long-lasting, so it's a toy that you'll be able to enjoy for many years.

Performance

I admit that I was skeptical of the size when I first tried the Tantus Beginner Ball Gag. It just seemed way too big for a beginner. However, the pacifier-inspired design definitely made a big difference to the overall experience. It made it a lot more comfortable to wear and was more breathable than a regular solid ball gag. It didn't do well at muffling sounds but, luckily, that's not really my main purpose of using gags. The velcro fastening was easy to use and fit well with my head size. Although, I can understand why people with much smaller heads may want the velcro strip to be a bit longer to secure the straps properly.

Packaging

As with most Tantus products I've received in the past, the packaging is pretty simple. Plastic casing displays the toy itself and there's a bit of additional information about the product printed on the cardboard inside the plastic. At this price, however, I could have used a storage bag. Even though the product itself is fully display, I am glad that the packaging doesn't feature any cheesy or explicit pictures.

Materials and care

The Tantus Beginner Ball Gag is made of Tantus' own premium silicone formula and the straps are made of genuine leather. The gag itself can be removed from the straps and sterilized in boiling water for thorough cleaning, while the straps can be wiped down with a damp cloth. For long-term maintenance, I recommend using a saddle soap or leather conditioner on the straps once in a while.