Closing in on a full month of wearing the Steelworxx Thunder stainless steel chastity device, I’m ready to tender my review.
Having worn the Steelworxx Thunder for over three weeks, I feel I’m ready now to give my opinions. Having always worn only open cage-type stainless steel devices in the past, I’ve always been intrigued with fully enclosed tube-type devices and curious how different it might feel to wear one. So, I decided to plunk down my hard-earned cash for my first Steelworxx device.
Since, in my opinion, Thumper of denyingthumper.com fame, has already written brilliantly everything worth reading about the Steelworxx Steelheart, I chose to get the Thunder model instead. The two devices are pretty similar except the Thunder has a blunt, squared off nose rather than the rounded nose of the Steelheart. I also liked the looks of the generous urine outlet slot, another obvious difference from the Steelheart which has a round hole in the center of the nose. Let’s see what I found out.
Steelworxx Thunder Specifications
Below are the specifications of the Steelworxx Thunder I ordered, customized to my own measurements.
I found that the device fit as perfectly as I’d envisioned when ordering it. The 60mm length I ordered reflects my preference for cages a little shorter than the actual average length of my flaccid penis. I’m able to slip into tube without the need for lubricant or use of the stocking method, yet I feel the pleasing skin to metal contact between my shaft and the interior of the stainless-steel tube at all times. My device has the traditional tiny brass padlock Steelworxx provides, but the Thunder is also available with an integrated (MagicLocker-style) lock at an additional charge.
The tube is available in total lengths from 60mm to 130mm, base ring (termed A-ring by Steelworxx) diameters of 38mm to 50 mm, and inside tube diameters from 29mm to 44 mm. The gap measurement (distance between tube and ring) is 15mm (0.591inch) at the bottom and 5mm (0.197inch) at the top. That will probably work for 90% of us, and does for me.
Steelworxx Thunder Device Physical Details
Steelworxx manufacturers the Thunder from surgical stainless steel and the beautiful outer surface is buffed to a mirror-like high gloss finish. The aesthetics of this device alone were rather breathtaking for me the first time I put it on. As a cage-type device wearer for the most part, I very much liked how my penis totally disappeared thanks to the fully enclosed tube. I’ll say Steelworxx in my experience with custom made chastity devices from a variety of manufacturers is unmatched when it comes to quality and craftmanship. Everything fits precisely and tightly just the way they designed it.
Steelworxx Thunder Device Use
The Thunder is another standard ball-trapping device. You insert your scrotum and testicles into the A-ring, pull your flaccid penis through the ring to rest atop your testicles, and slide the tube on. Then you mate the two components together and lock up. The device feels quite secure, but as we know, standard ball-trapping device security is mostly illusionary unless you combine a PA piercing with the device to eliminate the possibility of escape. There are options available at an additional cost for guys with PA piercings to gain added security. I had no ball slippage issues with the device, which means the standard factory-set gap worked great for me and probably will for most guys.
Precautions to Consider While Wearing the Thunder
The usual precautions apply as with any ball-trapping male chastity device. Choosing the proper size base ring is important. Choosing an A-ring size that is too small can cause significant issues, including the risks associated with compromising your circulation. As a rule of thumb, skin discoloration or skin temperature of the scrotum that feels noticeably cooler than normal body temperature are indications of reduced circulation. Also, since it is a fully enclosed tube, selecting an inside tube diameter that fits properly is also important since you will be unable to monitor the skin color and temperature of your shaft while wearing this device.
Comfort and Feel of Wearing the Thunder
I find the Thunder surprisingly light weight even though it’s a fully enclosed tube, and the interior of the tube feels satiny smooth. It’s one of the most comfortable devices I’ve worn and there was no adjustment period. It felt comfortable the first time I put it on and has remained that way. I truly like the feel of having my shaft completely enclosed by steel. To me, it feels much nicer and more noticeable than the sensations I’ve experienced when wearing fully enclosed plastic tubes.
Hygiene Considerations When Wearing the Thunder
If you’ve read my previous chastity device reviews then you already know I’m a stickler when it comes to hygiene. I knew from my experiences with the plastic enclosed tube devices I’ve tired, that the Thunder might offer similar challenges in the hygiene department. I did purchase a plastic squeeze bottle with a syringe-like tip that I use daily for cleaning while showering. First, I fill the bottle with warm soapy water and flush the interior of the tube with it from the top and through the urine outlet at the bottom. Then using clear warm water in the bottle, I repeat the process to rinse out the soap. This does a fair job of keeping things clean, but of course it’s more of a bother than keeping things clean when wearing an open cage-type device. Also, I suspect the method I use does not completely rinse all the soap out of the tube since the interior “hugs” my flaccid shaft quite well.
I wore the device for three days before removing it for a thorough cleaning and didn’t notice any issues. Then I tried four days, and did notice a faintly unpleasant smell when I removed the tube. Finally, I wore the device for five days straight, and the unpleasant odor when I removed the tube was pronounced. But at least I had no skin issues. Still, I wouldn’t recommend wearing the Thunder for more than five days without removing it for a deep cleaning.
More disconcerting to me than the cleanliness factor are the urination issues while wearing the Thunder. I did fully expect to sit to pee, but thought the generously sized urine outlet would eliminate any urination issues. But it did not. In normal daily wear of any chastity device, the urethral opening of the penis never stays perfectly aligned with the urination outlet of the device. And I find that true of the Thunder. So, frequently, when I’ve urinated, I’ve noticed that the misalignment mentioned and the force of urine flow combines to cause urine to back up inside the tube. At times, judging from the sensations of warmth inside the tube, it feels urine backs up past the head of my penis. I’m not pee-phobic, but prefer not to soak my penis in the stuff. So, I don’t particularly care for this aspect of fully enclosed tubes. For that reason, as comfortable as the Thunder is to wear, it will never replace the open cage-style devices I typically wear on a continual basis.
Overall, based on the experiences I’ve shared here on the topic, I must rate the Thunder pretty low when it comes to the hygiene department. And it’s the only area I feel this device doesn’t truly shine.
Final Thoughts
Other than the hygiene issues I find problematic, the Steelworxx Thunder is an exceptionally well made, light weight, and super comfortable stainless-steel device that deserves consideration by those who prefer fully enclosed tube devices over the more open, cage-type devices.
At 149,00 € (about $152.00 USD) this is outstanding quality at a very reasonable and affordable price for a custom-made stainless-steel male chastity device. That’s less than the cost of many of the popular plastic chastity devices that are not even fully customizable, and half the price I’ve paid for many of my cage devices. Also, in comparison, the Thunder costs about $30 USD less than the more popular Steelheart model. But don’t forget, getting the Thunder with the integral lock option or a PA accessory will add to the base price. You can visit the Steelworxx official website (https://www.steelworxx.de/Stainless-steel) for more information and current prices.
Disclaimer: This review represents my own honest opinions. I purchased this device at the full retail price using my own funds, and I have no affiliation with Steelworxx other than being a satisfied customer.
