Doc Johnson Alumination Vibrator

I purchased the Doc Johnson Alumination vibrator as I had never experienced using an insertable metal toy that vibrates. In the past I have tried other metal toys ranging from dildos to bullets. I wanted to see how the Aluminations vibrations travelled, and whether or not I would feel the full benefits while inserted, as well as how this toy differed from a bullet.

The Alumination comes in a frosted plastic box with floral print. This packaging is more luxurious than the standard type Doc Johnson use. Inside the box you will find the vibrator secure on a plastic rest. The vibrator I received is gold, I personally feel it looks more of a copper orange and reminds me of copper piping. The body of the vibrator is in three sections, at the top you will find the aluminium coated in what feels like a plastic sheen, the centre of the body is smoothly cooling aluminium, and at the base you will find the battery cap with a soft plastic touch button. There were a few markings on the body of the vibrator, but not bad enough to cause discomfort. Not only is this toy made from aluminium, it is phthalate free.

To use the vibrator all you need is two AAA batteries. Unscrew the battery cap and pop them in plus side first. Make sure you don’t take out the piece of plastic with the battery image on; otherwise the vibrator might not work. After screwing the cap back on you just need to click the circular button. Now for some reason my vibrator takes two clicks to turn on every time, I’m unsure to whether this is a fault or a manufacturing feature (similar to a travel lock?). There are three intensity settings, all of which feel pretty strong throughout the whole body of the vibrator. The first setting is fairly silent and stronger than some bullets, the second intensity is still fairly quiet compared to some vibrators and feels double the strength of the first, the third is moderately noisy and can make your fingers feel tingly when holding. The coated top of the vibrator seems to actually block some of the vibrations compared to what can be felt through the aluminium body and cap.

During use the vibrator can be used for vaginal penetrative play or clitoral stimulation. When used for penetration I was surpised with how noticeable the vibrator was compared to plastic vibrators of similar size. This is probably due to the weight of the vibrator. Now aluminium isn’t overly heavy, when compared to some plastic vibrators of a similar size this is a little weightily.  The sensations produced as the aluminium warms to your body temperature are enjoyable. I found that when the toy is inserted it is pleasurable because of the material and vibrations, but it did not excite me as much as a shapelier vibrator. When used as a clitoral vibrator I found that the tip was too wide and that it was difficult to experience direct stimulation. I found that the slit separating the glossed tip and the main aluminium body, would cause mild discomfort occasionally.  

It would be a good toy for couples and general foreplay especially if you want to experiment with temperature play. You can put this toy in the freezer; it is advisable to remove the batteries first. If you are looking for warmer temperature play you can run this toy under warm water for a few minutes - do not microwave this toy.

Cleaning the toy is very simple as it is waterproof. I did have some concern about the gap around the tip catching dirt; just remember to give this area extra attention when cleaning.

Overall, I have found this vibrator to be fairly pleasant. I really like the way you can experiment with temperature play and underwater play. Personally I would have like the toy to not have the glossy top section, though I’m sure others won’t mind this.  It is still a great little vibrator if you prefer your toys to be slender, or are looking for something bigger than the standard bullet.