Gender Fluid Excite! Flared Anal Plug – Alloy

The Gender Fluid Excite! Flared Plug is a metal butt plug for people who like the weight and smooth glide of a hard toy but don't want the heft of solid steel. It's made from aluminium alloy with an acrylic detail and weighs 200 g, which is enough to feel present without dragging. The flared profile and 39 mm widest point put it in the middle of the Excite! range: fuller than the Extendo, shorter than the I Love You plug.

What a metal butt plug feels like

Metal plugs feel very different from silicone. The surface is hard and slick, so once lubed, insertion is smooth and the plug settles into place with little drag. There's no squish, so you feel the shape exactly as it is. The weight is part of the appeal: when you move, walk or tense your muscles, you notice the plug shift slightly, which is a big part of why people choose metal. Aluminium is lighter than stainless steel, so this plug is an approachable way to try that weighted sensation.

Temperature play

Metal holds temperature well. Leave the plug in a bowl of warm (not hot) water for a few minutes for a cosy feel, or in cool water for a crisp one. Test it on your wrist before use. Avoid the freezer and boiling water, since extremes can be uncomfortable and the acrylic part isn't made for high heat.

Is this size right for you?

The listed size is 122 × 39 mm, about 4.8 inches long overall and just over 1.5 inches at its widest. That's a medium plug. If you've used a small silicone plug comfortably, this is a logical next step. If you're brand new to anal play, start smaller and more flexible, then come back to metal. Within the Excite! line, the Extendo plug is shorter at 102 × 38 mm and lighter at 166 g, and the I Love You plug is longer but slimmer at 142 × 34 mm.

Getting started

Use plenty of lube. Metal works with water-based, silicone and hybrid formulas, and a thicker gel stays put better than a thin liquid. Relax, warm up with a finger first, and insert slowly with steady pressure, letting your body open rather than pushing. The narrow neck lets your muscles close around it so it stays in place. Lying on your side with the top knee drawn toward your chest is the easiest position for a first try, and it keeps the angle comfortable. Start with 10 to 20 minutes and build from there. To remove it, relax, breathe out and ease it out slowly by the base.

Cleaning and storage

Wash it before and after every use with warm water and mild soap or a toy cleaner. The metal is non-porous and easy to clean thoroughly. Dry it with a lint-free cloth so it doesn't spot, and store it in a pouch so the polished surface doesn't scratch against other toys. Skip the dishwasher and boiling because of the acrylic part.

Specifications

• Brand: Gender Fluid, Excite! collection
• Model: Flared Plug
• Material: aluminium alloy and acrylic
• Free from: nickel, lead, cadmium and phthalates
• Size: 122 × 39 mm (about 4.8 × 1.5 in)
• Weight: 200 g (about 7 oz)

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