Splittie wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2024 1:43 pm
As I research my first purchase, I've come to realize that I have much to learn!
The amount of useful information and knowledgeable doll owner here is impressive. I'm learning about the sheer variety of options available, quality levels, and so, so many terms and concepts that I never would have ever thought I'd be typing into a search box. Femidom, open weft wigs, TPE, flowable silicone windshield sealer, doll nails....
1. Standing Feet: bolts or no bolts? I understand the need for bolts, but really don't understand how standing feet without bolts work without damaging the silicone. Is the silicone hardened on the soles? I'd guess that protruding bolts would help with not only protecting the silicone, but keep the feet cleaner as well. Why would one go with standing feet/no bolts?
Can the bolts be adjusted for the depth of protrusion to keep the doll higher off of the ground?
2. Factory and Owner Photos: Like most newbies I suppose, I'd absolutely be crushed to find that a delivered doll that I paid $$$$ for didn't match the marketing photos and instead looked mannish, brutish, and downright nothing like I thought I'd be getting. How common is this these days? Are there manufacturers better in regards to WYSIWYG? It's so difficult to find unedited photos of dolls as received in one location.
3. Implanted Pubic Hair: Is it true that this won't last long since hair is quickly lost on softer bodies through doll use and cleaning?
4. Soft Silicone Butts and Breasts and Distortion: I'm starting to see the benefit of companionship with a doll and how cuddle time in bed could be just as pleasing as sex. I was looking to order a doll with a soft silicone butt, breasts, belly, and thighs, but have seen photos of how the material can flatten and deform if the doll is kept laying on its back for too long.
How long is too long? Overnight? A week?
Does the doll need to be hoisted out of bed each morning and hung up to avoid this?
Are there ways to counter/mitigate this flattening from occurring when the doll is laying down?
Likewise, how much of an issue is it for the sagging of larger breasts (say H or K cups) when the doll is standing or hanging? Is it best to keep a bra on the doll during these times?
Still being new to this (5 months) I can only say that at first, you learn a LOT. The weight, moving and so on. But a few tips might make it better/easier for you. My 1st was a Real Lady and that she is.
1: I have both bolts and hard. Not knowing about the bolts being adjustable, my 1st got her bottom of her feet mangled. So if you do get bolts, consider sole protectors (lots of info here on that). My hard feet hasn’t been a problem and left standing quite a while.
2: Go with a TDF approved and you shouldn’t have a problem, simple as that.
3:Implanted - soon on the way and my 1st 2 were bare so I cant comment on that. I have read implanted on head can be an issue, and wigs are much easier and more versatile. Eyelashes/brows - most mfg are now doing this with all dolls. Soft head will start to loose unless you stay clear of messing with it but it does look nicer than painted.
4: Gel - 1st one had gel butt that deformed but is still cute (outline where the gel is). Silicone you can get partial or ultra soft. Partial is thighs, butt, stomach which IMO I’d rather it be all over. Gel breasts not to large and haven’t had issues.
The rest - I believe this has been addressed. As few things tho. Wash and rewash especially if TPE. fun is in powdering, not missing anything (grin) and a good time for examining from moves/falls/etc. Always remove the head before moving her, and place arms at her side, fingers straight. Even if they are not stated as moving eyes, you still can just take care. A handy tool is a hard lense tool for adjusting and not messing up makeup. Wish you a safe journey and Welcome to TDF.
I see the previous post mentions TDL, good stuff. And another one is MF creations for eyes and eyelids.
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