Arrival of the Black Hera device in my mailbox today I ordered from the House of Denial recently prompted this bonus post on this seventh day of Locktober 2023.
I Was Impressed Right Out of the Box
I’ve loved my Kink3D Cobra since I put it on for the first time. The comfort of this quality made 3D printed device is second to none. But Cobra pricing has never impressed me nearly as much. Recently I learned that the House of Denial had come out with their own 3D printed device designed by their in-house team, and best of all I learned the Hera kit is less expensive than the Cobra. So, I just had to try one. Would the Hera be of similar quality? Would it be as comfortable to wear? Let’s find out.
It impressed me immediately when I opened the shipping box and found the fancy, stormy gray storage box in which the House of Denial delivers the Hera kit. Grabbing the ribbon tab, I pulled open the drawer compartment and got my first look at the Hera cage. Beautiful. I removed it from the storage compartment and ran my fingers over the exterior surface and then the interior. Yes, I found the Hera finish every bit as smooth as my Cobra with the same silky feel. Opening the other compartment, I found a fancy red velvet drawstring bag that contained the base ring, brass barrel lock, and two keys. The base ring had the same smooth, silky feel as the cage. I found the device is the same shade of black as the Cobra even though it looks lighter on the House of Denial website.
I had a hard time deciding whether to order the Black Hera or the White Hera. I really like the white color, but hoping my Kink3D Airlock would work with the Hera, I finally chose the black. Unfortunately, my only disappointment came when I tried my spare Airlock in the Hera and discovered it wouldn’t fit. It fits the lock chamber, but the Airlock locking pin seems slightly too long. I will probably destroy my spare by cutting it down to see if I can make it work.
Of course, having the Hera in hand, I definitely wanted to try it on. I hadn’t expected to try it until Locktober ends, but I decided to risk asking Lucie if I could try it on. I wasn’t confident she would agree. Once a lock up begins, Lucie doesn’t like unnecessary unlocks. She doesn’t even unlock me for regular cleanings. But I had to ask.
I texted my request along with a photo of the Hera. And to my delight, Lucie answered straight away. She gave me permission to unlock briefly to have a proper cleaning in the shower, and to clean the Cobra since a week had passed. And she said I could try on the Hera while I waited for the Cobra parts to air dry. Lucie then told me after the brief try on she wanted me locked back in the Cobra because she wouldn’t risk issues with an untested device when we already know the Cobra works so well for me. Fair enough.
I cleaned the Hera, then removed the Cobra and showered. Then I cleaned the Cobra and set it aside to dry. I grabbed the freshly cleaned Hera, slipped on the base ring and the cage, and locked up. Oh my. It felt wonderful. The ring size I ordered fit perfectly, and the gap felt just right. I only got to wear it for about 10 minutes because Lucie required a proof photo that I had relocked by a specified time and 10 minutes was all the time I could spare. So, I look it off and relocked with the Cobra. Ten minutes isn’t a fair test drive, so I won’t have the opportunity to do a proper wear test for a device review until after Locktober ends. But I can say I found the Hera just as comfortable as my Cobra.
One thing surprised me. From the images on the House of Denial website, I had expected the Hera to be about the same size as my Cobra N. But it is actually smaller. I can’t say for certain since I don’t have the Kink3D Baby, but I think the Hera XS (extra small) is probably close to the same size. While it doesn’t feel like the device forces any “turtling” for me, the cage essentially contains only the glans of my penis. I absolutely love the fit and can’t wait to wear the Hera again.
I’m so happy with the Hera, I may order the white one I was tempted to buy in the first place. But since the House of Denial website information hints at the possibility of new colors soon, I may hold off to see what other colors become available.
At the first opportunity, I’ll give the Hera a proper test drive and will then publish a full review.
Comments
nice review might be my next device
is that you in the picture?
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Thank you. Yes, it’s me. Can’t wait to give the Hera a proper wear test. Afterward, I’ll post a full review.
hah, alright. Ive been reading your blog for a couple of months and hadnt seen (or maybe missed) any pictures of yourself. Also i remember you stating to be average in size, and that looks relatively tiny, so i wasnt sure.
Currently travelling so not the best time to give chastity a second try, but i will definitely use your reviews to decide for my next one!