A Brief History of Cock Rings

The earliest use of cock rings have been noted in ancient Greece and China – most notably in the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, Greece, built around 500, that displays a statue of a man wearing a cock ring. 

During the Ming Dynasty in China, their use was very popular among middle-aged men– likely seen as a natural, physical method for maintaining harder, longer erections. They were often made with jade or ivory material or even animal skin at times. 

In the Victorian Era, the purpose of cock rings took a turn. They were instead seen as a method to reduce male urges and erections as to preserve the virginity of the young, “promised” men of society or men found with “perverse” sexual habits for the time. 

Over time, cock rings have made their way back to our modern times with popularity for being a simple, but highly effective pleasure tool to add to your sexual escapades. In this article we will explore the magic of cock rings including how they work and how to use one to increase your pleasure as well as your partner’s. 

The Magic of Cock Rings

Cock rings work by applying a constricting pressure to your penis when it’s erect, which stops the blood from flowing back down. This helps erections feel harder and last longer than usual, which creates the benefits of longer sex sessions, stronger orgasms, and a boost of confidence and fun for both partners.

Since they are easy to wear and use, cock rings are available in a wide variety of styles and materials. When deciding which material interests you the most, take into account any skin sensitivities as well as what material you feel most drawn to energetically. Some of you may crave more of a metal element in your body’s field, and others may want a more natural material like wood. 

Il Mondo, the flagship cock ring from Chakrubs, is made from maplewood and can be dyed with logwood, indigo, and iron salts, giving it a blue or black color depending on your preference. Energetically, indigo lends protective qualities for those experimenting with sacred discipline or power exchange dynamics.

How To Wear One

When it comes to fit, the most important thing is that the ring should be tight, but not so tight that it causes discomfort. You should always put a cock ring on while your penis is flaccid so it is easy to slide the ring on over the head and to the base of your shaft –using a little bit of lube to help. As you become erect, the ring should become tighter but not so tight that it’s uncomfortable or distracting.

If you’ve never used a cock ring before, we recommend checking your size before you begin playing. A well-fitted cock ring will give you a slightly enlarged look – like pronounced veins and possibly a little blush in color. The only restriction with any cock ring is not to wear past 30 minutes of use. All your body’s blood flow to return to normal before giving it another go after a period of rest.

If a cock ring is too tight, it will feel uncomfortable, create visible narrowing of your penis where the cock ring sits, or result in a very red or bluish color to your penis. If this is the case, let yourself become flaccid again and remove the ring – and don’t proceed to orgasm. You’re going to need a larger cock ring, or an adjustable one, or one made from softer materials.

Introducing il Mondo

Il Mondo is now available at Chakrubs from The Forest Line.

This is the only cock ring from any of the Chakrubs collections. Each piece from The Forest Line is coated with Lubrosity®, an eco-conscious wooden pleasure line patentable finish, ensuring that each piece is silky-smooth, odorless, non-porous, hypoallergenic, and body-safe. The state-of-the-art glaze is compatible with all known lubricants and allows the naturally insulated wood to warm and retain body heat. Its smooth coating, natural, wooden build, and infused botanicals make it one of the highest-quality and energetically-conscious cock rings available today. Il Mondo is available while supplies last.