What is a Sex doll?
First and foremost a Sex Doll is a type of sex toy, designed to provide sexual gratification to the user. They should not however be confused with anatomically precise dolls, these are dolls that are used during interviews with children who have been subjected to sexual abuse or are used to aid sex education.
A Sex Doll has a single task, to provide sexual enjoyment to the user in the form of simulated sex acts. Sex dolls may come in the form of a complete body or just body parts such as the pelvic region or face. Typically female sex dolls are anatomically correct to the extent that they will feature three accessible orifices for the user. Anal entry for anal sex, vaginal entry and an open mouth for oral pleasures.
History of Sex Dolls
The earliest known use of Sex dolls dates back to Spanish sailing ships, frequently these ships would carry a "dame de voyage" which quite simply was a female doll made from sewn clothes and used by the sailors on board. It is however unclear whether this doll was accessible to all members of the crew or higher ranking staff only. One thing is sure and that's the inherent hygiene concerns and that this early doll could not have been particularly comfortable to use!
This use was developed further during the 1930's by both Japanese and German fleets in an attempt to offer some sexual relief to men service on board their respective ships.
The first doll marketed as a sex doll for men was developed in the mid 50's and was known as the Bild Lilli doll, ironically this doll is thought to have played a part in the construction of the Barbie Doll for girls.
Prior to 1982 it was illegal to import sex dolls into the UK due to restrictions on the importation of "obscene or indecent" items arriving from Europe. In 1982 a company called Conegate attempted to import a consignment of inflatable sex dolls from West Germany. Due to the fact that these dolls when inflated became life-size replicas of a female body complete with 3 orifices they were deemed as indecent and initially seized by customs and excise.
After an initial hearing which upheld the seizure conegate appealed to the High Court claiming the seizure contravened articles 30 and 36 or the Treaty of Rome and successfully overturned the earlier ruling. This set a precedent and now importation rules are for more relaxed for sex related products.
Types of Sex Dolls
Sex dolls vary hugely in price, inline with the variation in price there is a progressive variation in accuracy. Less expensive dolls whilst functional tend to have very basic features and are constructed from welded vinyl. Midrange dolls are made from one piece seamless latex and have more realistic mannequin style heads with hair and plastic or glass eyes.
Most sex dolls come in the default missionary stance however there are a number of dolls available that offer different positions such as the Doggie Diva doll. Male sex dolls are also available and typically feature an attached Dildo. Female Dolls come in all shapes and sizes designed to satisfy the variety of tastes users have. The anime love dolls are based on the Japanese anime characters, the big bazooka doll caters for those that prefer large breasted women, charming Constance for those that have a preference for voluptuous black women, Porky Paulina for those that prefer bigger women. There are also a number of dolls available that are based on popular porn stars. Examples of these porn star dolls include the Jill Kelly Doll, Chasey Lain Doll and the Tera Patrick doll..
Cleaning your Sex Doll.
Sex dolls require far less care and attention than the average human being. Perhaps this fact alone is one of their best features however you still need to ensure that you keep your sex doll clean. Before first use and after each usage thoroughly clean your doll using antibacterial soap and water.
Are Sex Dolls bad?
Of course not, why would they be? the fact of the matter is that each month there are 100'000's of searches for the phrase "sex dolls" and related phrases. In the same way that dildo's imitate male genitalea sex dolls offer a simulated experience to those not in a relationship, those whose lifestyles don't currently permit a relationship and those that want to introduce sex dolls into their relationship. In fact just this year Henrik Christensen of the European Robotics Research Network told the Sunday times that in five years time people would be having sex with functional robots.
