Chastity Belts and Cages Quiz

Chastity Belts and Cages: Purpose, Types, and Manufacture

• Chastity belts and cages are used in BDSM relationships for orgasm denial and submission.
• The wearer of the belt/cage surrenders control over their sexual behavior to a partner/keyholder who decides when, where, and how often they can engage in sexual activity.
• Female chastity belts follow the traditional "Florentine" pattern and may have accessories like anal shields and perforated covers to prevent direct masturbation.
• Male chastity cages are commonly used as sex toys and BDSM play, and may enclose the penis to make an erection uncomfortable or impossible.
• Chastity cages can be made from materials like polycarbonate, ABS, silicone, or medical-grade stainless steel/titanium.
• Proper sizing and adjustment of the ring and spacing are important to prevent damage to the genitals.
• Penile strangulation can occur if the device is too tight, and care must be taken to avoid constriction.
• Chastity cages do not prevent erections, but they do control them by restricting blood flow to the penis.
• Modern chastity belt designs are descended from Hal Higginbottom's designs from 1956.
• Steel belts intended for long-term use are bespoke items and manufactured by a cottage industry.
• There are anecdotal reports that most belts sold in Europe and the US are for men, and relatively few female belts are used as rape prevention devices.
• Notable manufacturers of chastity devices include David Renwick, Hugessen, A.L. Enterprises, and World Cage.