BDFSM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

Sometimes the different can be the best

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

In a BDFSM context, a collar is a device of any material placed around the neck of the submissive partner. It is also a term used to show ownership of one partner by another. A person wearing a collar to symbolize their relationship with another is said to be collared. Some people conduct formal "collaring ceremonies," which are regarded as effectively solemnizing their relationship in a similar way as a marriage ceremony. The standard form of a collar is a black leather band around the neck and often has metal D-rings added to allow the attachment of a leash.

Collars may be used in role-playing games involving humiliation because they have connotations of control and pet-like status, especially when worn with a leash.

simple strap leather collar with a slotted riveted metal loop for clip lock or other securing.

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

showing that is lined with a softer leather as well, which can be also done so papers can be in for owner/messages. simple strap leather collar with a slotted riveted metal loop for clip lock or other securing.

 

 

Collars have varying degrees of significance for people in the BDSM community. A person wearing a collar may wish by doing so to make it known that he or she is submissive. Wearing a collar may similarly be a signal to others that the submissive is "owned" by or is in a relationship with a dominant, and that the wearer has been formally collared. It may also be a potently tangible symbol of the relationship itself or of the ownership the submissive is held in. A lockable collar may further symbolize a transfer of power from the submissive to the dominant holding the key.

Some submissives do not wear their collars all the time; as a fashion accessory they are becoming more common, but not sufficiently so that they would go unnoticed, particularly if worn by men. Many choose to wear their collars only when in private with their partners, or with other members of the BDSM community.

Collars can be made from lighter materials such as cotton, or heavier materials such as leather. Steel collars are also worn by some and lockable (metal) necklaces are also regarded as a form of collar. A very few even choose to wear permanently locking collars (these click into place and have no unlocking key), that cannot be removed except by cutting the steel.

As BDFSM practices are moving from the old guard leather community into middle class society, the role of the collar has also changed. Increasingly couples who also practice 24/7 Dominance and submission relationships adopt collars that can be mistaken as ordinary chokers or jewelry necklaces and can be worn discreetly in public. Such items are often referred to as everyday collars in BDFSM parlance. Further evolution of this migration has had groups which actively practice BDFSM in a relationship but where roles are switched or not as clear as in a traditional D/s relationship. The practice of joint collaring has emerged, where both wear a collar to show their devotion to the other one and to their lifestyle. Generally the collars look alike and/or are inscribed with vows to each other, and in this instance their significance may be similar to that of a wedding ring. The subculture fandom, furries, also choose to wear collars to feel closer to their chosen animals. These are generally petlike, with paws or catlike images on.them The practice of using three stages of collaring is informally followed by some in the BDFSM community. Under this system, the collar of consideration is the first and roughly analogous to a pre-engagement ring. This collar could be removed at any time by the submissive with no ill will and the relationship thereby ended. The training collar is roughly analogous to an engagement ring and indicates a deepening relationship in which the submissive is being prepared by the dominant to serve to the standards the dominant wishes. Again, the submissive may ask to be released but the break is considered more serious and painful for both parties. Finally, the slave collar is analogous to a wedding band and at this point the submissive is considered a formal slave and owned by the dominant. Among some in the leather community this is considered permanent with no chance to end unless the submissive was released by the dominant for some exceptional reason. Simple failure of service was not adequate since that showed a failure on the part of the dominant as well as the slave. As with engagement and wedding rings there are traditions with collars in regard to the materials and colors that are appropriate to each type, usually becoming more elaborate.

House collars are also used in clubs, homes and in organizations that provide social spaces to protect submissives. House collars show that the submissive is under the guidance of the house and is not to be approached. This is often used with inexperienced submissives who are not ready to make their own choices yet and need time to learn.

Velcro collar is an increasingly common term, used derisively. The old guard leather community was very protocol oriented and stressed serious lifestyle involvement because of safety issues. More recently, however, email, Internet chat rooms and instant messaging services allowed the curious to participate in casual (and often anonymous) D/s relationships online. The velcro reference indicates the tendency for online dominants and submissives to have new online collaring ceremonies frequently and without regard for existing relationships which end as easily as not logging in.

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

oh lookie the clothing racks, oops well they are actually fully colaspable suspension racks as well.
solid stock insert corners

and yes they can have dual as well.

See they do hold Isabell. Done with 1 inch black pipe with 'T' legged feet. These take little to assemble and are quite stable.

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

the start of simple 1/4 round stock hinged shackels

The earliest fetters found in archaeological excavations date from the prehistoric age and are mostly of the puzzle lock type. Roman times already see a variety of restraint types. Some early versions of cup lock shackles can already be found. These were widely used in medieval times but their use declined when mass production made the manufacture of locks built into restraints affordable.

Simple fetter types continue to be used like puzzle lock shackles as the typical slave iron or irons riveted shut for prisoners being transported to overseas prison camps.

The First built-in locks often were of a simple screw-type but soon developed into the "Darby" type. In Europe these continued to be used into the middle of the 20th century, whereas in the US from the late 19th century onwards many new designs were invented and produced before handcuffs and leg irons of the Peerless type became the standard several decades ago.

A recent development of the last few decades are high security restraints that incorporate a cylinder lock that is more difficult to pick than the lock on standard type cuffs

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

simple flat band Brank

The Brank

The Brank was used to humiliate women who "by brawling and wrangling amongst her neighbours breaks the public peace, increases discord and becomes a public nuisance to the neighbourhood." In short, women who gossiped with their neighbors with no purpose other than to offend, ridicule or lie about someone else were subject to this torture.

The device was a metal cage or mask that enclosed the head, often with ridiculous adornments designed to humiliate its victim. In some towns, the Brank had a bell attached to its rear only to announce the presence of the victim who was instantly mocked by the people she "endangered" through gossip.

Many variants of the Brank appeared throughout the Middle Ages, some included spikes that penetrated the victim's flesh when she spoke.

The duration of this torture could range from a few hours, to months. In some cases, the victim was left to die with the Brank

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scold%27s_bridle

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

Some times the things we are asked for. Taking a pair of leather manicals, a segmented 4on1 chain, and a pair of easy out handcuffs. This was designed on site at a show for a customer talked to. Work done by Isabell and Drago.

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

Simple leather collar done with roller buckle and ring, with clasp drop. Done with snaps vice riveted for the ease of getting out of it. Used for those whom are not quite sure of what they want and gives a little extra comfort if ..........

[Rev. Allen M. Drago ~ Traveler]

Double layered leather restraint can be used as collar, wrist, ankle, or waist depending on size and need made for. Out side strap is riveted to the inside and holds the buckle and two part harness ring. In side leather is 1/2 pas the strapping on each side and over laps the ends 2 to 3 inches when applied.