TransGuys.com’s inaugural product review takes an in-depth look at three different FTM packers: The Packy by Fleshlight, Mr. Right by Vixen Creations, and David by Lola.Jake.
Packing is a pretty personal thing, and not all guys looks for the same qualities in a dick. For that reason, The Packer Showdown didn’t set out to find a “Best in Show” FTM packer. Instead, it simply highlights each of the packers’ pros and cons and lets readers to decide what’s important to them.
The Packy
The Packy is a generic packer that you’ll also find under the names of Soft Pack, Mr. Limpy and Mister Softie. It’s made from a realistic, proprietary elastomer (elastic polymer) blend called Real Feel Super Skin™ (aka Soft Skin, Cyberskin.) Regardless of the model and material name, these are all the same product, manufactured by Fleshlight. The Packy is available in four sizes (3.5″, 5″, 6.5″ and 8.5″ length, and all with 4″ girth) but sadly, only one color (pink.) Previously, tan and chocolate were also available, and some stores may still carry these discontinued models.
The Packy can be worn with a harness, or in tight briefs without a harness. It works particularly well with the FTM Solutions strap. It’s a little too small for the Aslan Packing Strap: because the balls don’t perfectly fill the Aslan pouch, the shaft bends over the front strap and eventually leads to wear of the packer. Despite this less than perfect fit, the Aslan is still a comfortable option.
At 3.5″ and just 5.75 oz, the small, lightweight Packy provides a comfortable and discreet bulge. The shape and detail of the glans is quite good, given the budget price. The symmetrical balls are detailed with creases but are not very realistic looking (the word “novelty” rings true here.) The material is sticky, but with a dusting of potato starch or baking soda becomes very soft. This inexpensive packer is a great choice for making a STP device with.
On the downside, The Packy’s squeeze is a little too squishy. The color can be inconsistent model to model: sometimes quite pale, sometimes overly pink. Also, there’s no variation in color between the shaft and glans, and the balls are flat-backed. You can find The Packy for under $15 at several outlets, but don’t expect it to last forever. The soft material can degrade pretty quickly, with regular use leading to small cracks within a couple of months.
http://www.vimeo.com/7895846The Packy offers great bang for your buck. It’s a comfortable packer to wear and creates a bulge that won’t cause unwanted attention.
The Packy wins the TransGuys.com Best Head Award!
Buy online:
- Fleshjack – The Original Mr. Limpy $12.95 – $18.85 USD (4 sizes)
- Eden Fantasys – $12.95 – $14.95 (2 sizes)
- Early2Bed – $14 – $16 USD (3 sizes)
- Tool Shed Toys – $14 – $16 USD (3 sizes)
- Babeland – $16 – $22 USD (4 sizes)
- Come As You Are – $15 – $19 CAD (3 sizes)
More reviews:
- Mr. Limpy Small and Mr. Limpy Extra Small @ Jess I Am
- Packy Distributed by Early to Bed @ Testosterone Junkie
- Medium & Large Packy by Erin @ Early to Bed
Mr. Right
Mr. Right is a VixSkin™ silicone packer made by Vixen Creations. It’s available in pink, caramel and chocolate colors, and comes in one size: 6″ long x 4″ girth. Most descriptions of Mr. Right state the length as 4.5″ – 5.5″, but base to tip, my model comes in at 6″. There was a previous model that was smaller and softer.
Mr. Right weighs in at 7.5 oz and fits perfectly in the Aslan Packing Strap (which was designed for Mr. Right.) It’s a little too heavy in the FTM Solutions strap. The material is less sticky than The Packy, but still benefits from a light dusting of potato starch to make it softer. Mr. Right can be modified into a STP device, but the longer shaft and higher cost make it less suitable than The Packy for this purpose.
The bulge is more obvious than that of The Packy, due to the extra length, but not offensively so. The detail of the shaft is nice, but with Mr. Right it’s all about the balls: the detail of the scrotum, with it’s two differently shaped and positioned balls, is superior looking to anything else this reviewer has come across. Plus, the firmer silicone makes for a great squeeze.
The “pink” Mr. Right that I reviewed was more of a greyish, beige tone, and it doesn’t look realistic. The bland shape and size of the glans further suffers from being the same lifeless color as the shaft. Those fantastic balls are sadly flat-backed (though if you wear Mr. Right with the Aslan Packing Strap you wouldn’t feel round ones anyway.)
http://www.vimeo.com/7896186Mr. Right is a mid-market packer that’s durable and should satisfy guys looking for a mid-sized bulge. While the aesthetics of the cock itself are lacking, Mr. Right’s balls pack some serious punch.
Mr. Right wins the TransGuys.com Best Balls Award!
Buy online:
- Tool Shed Toys – $48 USD
- Mr. Right by Vixen Creations – $50 USD
- Early2Bed – $50 USD
- Babeland – $50 USD
- Eden Fantasys – $52.99 USD
- The Smitten Kitten – $56 USD
- Come As You Are – $50 CAD
David
David is a premium packer made exclusively by Lola.Jake, a 2-person owned company based in California. In 2007, their parent company Too Sticky bought out PNP Prosthetics and launched Lola.Jake as a manufacturer of custom-made FTM prosthetics. They corresponded with trans men for more than a year about the development of their product line, and continue to collaborate with customers on new features, such as 3D balls and foreskin.
All Lola.Jake models are made of a blend of five platinum silicone materials, the premium in prosthetic manufacturing. Each prosthetic is hand poured into a mold, cured for several hours, then carefully painted with details such as a darker glans and veins on the shaft. As much as 15 hours of work goes into each prosthetic. Lola.Jake is looking at automating some of this process, which would allow them to lower prices. Also worth mentioning is Lola.Jake’s exchange program which rewards customer loyalty with a 30% discount towards a new prosthetic for their returned model.
Lola.Jake currently have patents pending, and are poised to expand into a larger market. They continue to research and develop their product line with the goal of creating the ultimate prosthetics for trans men.
Like all Lola.Jake models, David is available in four colors: vanilla, caramel, coco and espresso. It’s a smaller packer, measuring 3.5″ long with a 4.75″ girth and weighing 6.5 oz. David creates a nice bulge that’s not too big and not too small. It’s slightly larger than the bulge of The Packy, mostly because David’s shaft rests directly on top of the balls, while The Packy is more easily adjusted to the left or right. The weight of David feels perfect.
David comes with a tab that enables you to affix the packer to your skin with a medical grade adhesive. This tab is not ideal if you plan to wear David with a strap: it creates a bit of an awkward bump above your bulge. However, Lola.Jake can easily customize this on request and create your David without the tab. Just ask!
David’s silicone blend creates just the right amount of firmness for a top notch squeeze. Worn in the FTM Solutions strap, you can feel David’s 3D balls swinging slightly against your inner thighs. You won’t get this sensation from a budget packer! The connection between the balls and shaft looks durable and feels amply thick. David has a larger head than both The Packy and Mr. Right, with a nice ridge. More importantly, David’s glans is painted a different color from the shaft.
You could turn David into a STP device (and there’s a 2″ hole already started in the back from the manufacturing process) but it’s a rather expensive model to start poking holes in. Ask Lola.Jake to customize your order with a longer hole if you plan to convert David into a STP device.
At first, I was taken aback by David’s shininess. Applying potato starch didn’t help—the starch just streaked the shiny surface with powdery smears. Apparently, the shininess goes away with time though. As for color, I have yet to find a packer that is realistic in this regard. Like other packers, David is lighter in color than your average dick, which is usually several shades darker than the skin on the inner thigh. Despite the subtle hand-painted detailing, the texture of the balls lacks the realism of Mr. Right’s superior looking scrotum, and the shape and size of them are a little too symmetrical.
http://www.vimeo.com/7896357Lola.Jake’s David bridges the world between toy store novelty packers and medical grade prosthetics, and has features you won’t find on other packers. Price wise too, David sits somewhere in the middle: more expensive than the average packer but significantly less than other prosthetics. When you’ve already tried the cheaper packers, consider graduating to a David to experience the swinging round balls and the unique, lifelike firmness, and get the customization you can only get from a company that makes FTM prosthetics to order.
David wins the TransGuys.com Best Squeeze Award!
Buy online:
- Lola.Jake – $355 USD
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Other Packers and Prosthetics
GV Soft Pack
Super-realistic looking and feeling, the GV Soft Pack has slightly firmer inner core that allows for more rigidity to the shaft, resulting in a more realistic feel. It’s available in two sizes: 4” long, 1 3/8” in diameter; and 5” long, 1 3/8” in diameter. Plus, there are three colors to choose from: Vanilla, caramel or coffee. Buy it online from Good Vibrations for $24 USD.
Bella
Bella by Vamp is made of 100% medical-grade silicone. It’s available in two sizes: 6″ long with 3″ wide balls, and 4″ long with 2.5″ wide balls. You can choose from four colors, including “ruby red.” Buy it online from MyTulip or Smitten Kitten for $50-55 USD.
Pack Man
This is an affordable, durable 3″ packer that’s available in three colors. Buy it online from Come As You Are for $40 CAD.
Home Grown
HG has several models to choose from in sizes ranging from 3.5″ to 6″. These are made in Australia.
www.hg-prosthetics.com
Like Real USA
Like Real has manufactured medical grade prosthetics in Germany for a while, and have recently started making them in Chicago, IL as well. Watch demo video.
www.likerealusa.com
Tyron2 Prosthetics
Tyron’s medical grade prosthetics are hand made in Germany.
www.tyron2.net
FTM Prosthetics
Made in Australia, FTM Prosthetics are the only medical grade prosthetics for trans men made by a professional prosthetist. They are available in flaccid, erect and “dual” configurations.
www.ftmprosthetics.com
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December 9th, 2009 at 7:11 am
Awesome job. I’d love to have the David. Very cool. Thank god for this site. I can’t wait til I get one.
January 13th, 2010 at 12:01 pm
The Mr.Right packer is not a good packer from experience and until this site I hadn’t found anyone who said it was one they would recommend. I tried it and it made a quite large bulge and there was no way to make that smaller. I wouldn’t recommend it for shorter guys or guys who want to keep eyes off their crotch.
January 13th, 2010 at 12:12 pm
@Izy Personally, I prefer a smaller packer so I understand what you’re saying about Mr. Right. What surprises me is how hard it is to find small packers. Almost all the Lola.Jake packers are at least 5″. Aside from the Mr. Limpy (and the Aussie Home Grown that looks just like Mr. Limpy… is it Mr. Limpy?) the only other 3″ packer I know of is the newly christened Pack-Man from Come As You Are. I have one on the way and will be reviewing it soon. Given the low number of small packers on the market (the original small Mr. Right was discontinued) I’m guessing that there’s just not as much demand for them.
January 25th, 2010 at 4:08 am
Hey just bought my first packer =).Chose Mr Limpy,seem to fit the best to me. And was the only one I could get for a nice price in germany. So thank you Joshua for the great packing review.
January 26th, 2010 at 6:44 pm
Until reading reviews, I assumed the Packy was the most realistic as far as squeeze-ability goes. I have the Mr. Right, but it seemed too firm to be considered a realistic flaccid penis/testicles feel-wise, and it didn’t bend well. When I would face the penis vertically upwards, it started to tare at the spot between the shaft and the testicles. Based on the models described above, which one has the most realistic squeeze? I’ve been considering buying a model from Lola Jake, but considering the price, I’m afraid to spend so much and be disappointed with it’s realism. Thanks for the help!!
January 26th, 2010 at 6:51 pm
@Shay, The Packy is a little too squishy, if you ask me. Mr Right, as you said, is a little too firm. Lola.Jake’s David won the Best Squeeze Award in this review. I find it to be quite realistic (though admittedly, it’s been a very long time since I squeezed a real one!)
Watch for The Packer Showdown Part 2 coming soon… I have three more packer models that I’m reviewing.
February 28th, 2010 at 8:06 pm
hi i have a packer but idk what to use to hold kit without purchusing online. what can i get to hold it at my nearest store? and how do i get rid of the huge bulk that makes me loook like i am harD?
February 28th, 2010 at 8:14 pm
Desi, you could get a small jock strap or shorts with the protective cup pouch, or make a harness (PDF). I haven’t done this, but there’s info here about modifying packers to make them hang better.
March 16th, 2010 at 7:32 pm
Mangoproducts.net is not a site worth buying from. They are taking advantage of the FTM community and stealing money from them by committing fraud. I paid for an stp packer from them back in January 2010 and still have not received it.
http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/mango-products-c148022.html
I am not the only one. there are several people who have not gotten what they bought from them.
~Chaos
March 25th, 2010 at 7:09 am
I paid for my 3rd mango in April 09, and have yet to receive it. Bret finally answered an email with regard to the deplorable delay in shipping about 3 months ago making his apologies. As stated that was the 3rd mango I purchased. The first two were great. I especially enjoyed using it to stand and urinate, but I am appauled at the outright theft! I have emailed him several times in the last couple months and he has not responded.
March 26th, 2010 at 9:27 pm
Tonight was the first time I came across the Like Real website, as well as this website right after. I’m wondering if anyone has purchased a Like Real model and if so what they think of it?
May 1st, 2010 at 10:54 am
Hi Josh, when are you going to do your next packer review? I already purchased one of the Lola Jake models and can’t wait to hear about the others products available out there. Thanks!
May 14th, 2010 at 1:30 pm
After reading the awesome review and some deliberating, I bit the bullet and purchased the David from Lola Jake. I’ve had about a week and a half acquaintance period with it and I must say that I am very happy with my decision. It is very realistic and retains body heat well, the balls hang realistically. I did purchase the suggested medical adhesive as well, it generally keeps the David in place but at just over 6oz, I’m a bit leery about wearing boxers until I get the tape kit from Lola Jake (which is supposed to create a stronger bond between the skin and the prosthetic via the medical adhesive). I am single at the moment so I don’t have access to a “second opinion” right now but all in all, I have no complaints! If it weren’t for the great review, I would not have known about this company. Thanks again, Joshua!
May 28th, 2010 at 8:07 am
*Update to my previous comment* I received the Tape Kit and yes, it does create a stronger bond to my skin, glad I purchased it. I feel much more “secure” using it. BUT I must admit, getting responses from lolajake has been spotty, at best, for me. I don’t know if it’s just me or if they are super busy or what—but while I don’t have an “the customer is always right” attitude, I do believe that if you want your customers to spread the word and continue to support you, you should make a strong effort to respond to their questions. I was so pleased with my David model that I was seriously considering purchasing a “play” model from lolajake. They are expensive, but for such a good product, I can sacrifice a few things. However, I’m turned off by their lack of response to my questions (don’t run a contest and not contact people who got the answer right…that’s just in poor taste). I dunno, it kinda reminds me of the fiasco that I (as well as many other guys) had to go thru with Mango Products. Bottom line, I’m doubtful that I will purchase a play model from this company because I think that their products (from what I’ve seen) are great, but lackluster customer support, especially at these prices, are a deal breaker for me.
May 29th, 2010 at 12:46 pm
Thanks for reporting back, Noah! Your comments will be helpful to anyone considering Lola.Jake and the David.
June 2nd, 2010 at 2:53 am
I am so interested in buying the 1st packy one a 3.5″ but it is going to be so hard as i only came out to my mum a week ago and haven’t started therapy or anything, Also because Im in Australia and im 16 so i dont have a credit card to buy all this stuff!
June 2nd, 2010 at 9:44 am
@ash You’re not alone! Mango accepts PayPal, so if you have a bank account you could get setup with PayPal. However, the shipping costs to Oz will probably be unacceptable. You may wish to get in touch with the folks at Home Grown. They’re based in Australia and might take PayPal or a money order. Their products are more expensive though. Also, you still might have to explain the package to your Mom. So, another option would be to get connected with other local trans guys and ask one of them to place the order for you and have it shipped to their house. Hope that helps!
June 23rd, 2010 at 12:34 pm
@ash I’m 15 and I buy the things I need by walking to the closest store (any store really even a grocery store) and having my money put on a visa gift card. I haven’t had any problems making online purchases with these as of yet. I suggest giving it a try. If you want some help I’d be glad to assist you. email me at deethegreat@comcast.net . Younger crowd got to stick together :]
July 17th, 2010 at 1:06 am
Hey you might wanna update some of the info. on here (mango’s packers were upped in price!) Also another product review would be fantastic
! I’m also quite partial to charts or grids of info. so maybe that could be another section with concise info. about all the reviewed packers? Another awesome article 
July 25th, 2010 at 1:54 pm
I really like the Vamp Bella because it’s a 100% body safe silicone that’s still soft and pliable, and realistic looking. I guess the realism of the Bella is what I like most. It’s a good size–4″ from balls to tip–and rests in an Aslan packing harness really well. It’s reasonably priced too, which is important. I’m gonna get the Bella large soon to use for pack n’ play!
August 3rd, 2010 at 12:04 pm
Has anyone bought a prosthetic from HomeGrown in Australia? I can’t find any reviews about them.
August 29th, 2010 at 3:42 pm
Did you try wearing the david using its? if u did, did it stick?
August 30th, 2010 at 8:37 am
@Tai I wear the David with a strap and never tried the adhesive. I’ve heard mixed reviews about the adhesives offered by FTM prosthetic makers.