Best Feathers to Use?

[Darth Sidious]

It's been a while since I've posted in this section but I wanted to elicit some input from other TMF members on this topic. I'd like to know what kind of feathers, in your opinion, are best for tickling soles and why. I plan to buy an assortment of them but with so many types, textures and brands, it can be a little difficult to find the kind that works just right for most cases. I know ostrich feathers really are't good and more of a cosmetic enhacement than anything else. I'm looking for stuff that gets the job done, holds up and works!

If you have something to share, feel free to reply to this thread!

 

[Comfort Eagle]

Frankly, i've always gotten the best results from a pack of the shitty art store feathers. The soft, sex shop variety feel nice, but as far as actually tickling for laughs, spend $3 on a pack of 50.

 

[Darth Sidious]

Go figure - a case where the cheapest actually seems like the best! That's rare these days. Do you have an example you can send me of ones you've gotten just so I have some basis for comparison?

Frankly, i've always gotten the best results from a pack of the shitty art store feathers. The soft, sex shop variety feel nice, but as far as actually tickling for laughs, spend $3 on a pack of 50.

 

[b0xr]

I bought a set of Pheasant tail feathers on EBay a couple days ago and they seem kind of weak. I got them with the intention of using them primarily between her toes because they're long and thin, however, I think Karen will destroy them pretty easily. I know I'll be teasing her alot with feathers so I wanted an assortment and something a little more sturdy. So I ordered some Turkey quills, also on EBay. They seem to be a much stronger feather and probably would be able to use it on more of her body once the teasing has begun. I doubt the pheasant feathers would have much success getting that ticklish reaction from anywhere other than between her toes. I'll know alot more a week from Monday.

 

[Darth Sidious]

Hey b0x keep me posted - would love to hear what comes out of this.

 

[BlackestLily]

Frankly, i've always gotten the best results from a pack of the shitty art store feathers. The soft, sex shop variety feel nice, but as far as actually tickling for laughs, spend $3 on a pack of 50.

Yup, I second this. Cheap and firm enough to withstand abuse without being too soft or too hard.

 

[Comfort Eagle]

Go figure - a case where the cheapest actually seems like the best! That's rare these days. Do you have an example you can send me of ones you've gotten just so I have some basis for comparison?

These are amazing, cheap, efficent, and colorful. Really makes tickle time a blast.

 

[b0xr]

Hey b0x keep me posted - would love to hear what comes out of this.

I will do that Darth. I'm planning on recording some of the action too. The odd thing to me is that Karen seems to be looking forward to this more than I am. She's been very verbal about our weekend and our plans, in a bratty, teasing way. She knows what gets me going and she has already started.

 

[Darth Sidious]

You know what though, I think it's terrific that your partner is so supportive with allowing you to explore your fetish like this. Even better that she's looking forward to it more than you are. That can only be a win-win for you 🙂. Looking forward to the footage and, particularly, the feather(s) you use 🙂.

I will do that Darth. I'm planning on recording some of the action too. The odd thing to me is that Karen seems to be looking forward to this more than I am. She's been very verbal about our weekend and our plans, in a bratty, teasing way. She knows what gets me going and she has already started.

 

[GEORGIATKLER]

Colored turkey feather from Michael's arts and crafts stores. They are big enough and stand up to tickling. Using the quill end as a semi-blunt probe gives a different tickle sensation. Be sure to use the weekly 40% off coupon. Feathers used between/under the toes are a nice addition to a tickle toy box.

 

[Darth Sidious]

Thanks for the input Georgia! I'm going to check into these as there's a Michaels right down the road!

Colored turkey feather from Michael's arts and crafts stores. They are big enough and stand up to tickling. Using the quill end as a semi-blunt probe gives a different tickle sensation. Be sure to use the weekly 40% off coupon. Feathers used between/under the toes are a nice addition to a tickle toy box.

 

[dusttick11]

I would suggest a mix of feathers..with different textures, firmness, softness, light to stiffer. In
my experience every person will react different to various types of feathers. One type might
get a great ticklish reaction and another type not so much..Then unfortunately some ladies won't
be feather ticklish at all🙁 Still there well worth trying and tickle testing with. A very fun tickle
tool and when a woman turns out to be feather ticklish it's a blast.

 

[arcma]

I am also someone who buys the crafts store feathers (in the NorthEast, we have "Michaels" and AC Moore). I have mentioned it before, but one of the most significant benefits of these is health; these feathers are sanitized.
I have heard how some collect feathers from the beach, or the woods for example. The problem is that my understanding is that literally 100% of birds have mites. Yes, mites. They also are exposed to an unbelievable number of assorted microbes (bacterial and protozoans). I would never touch another person with a "wild feather" found outside. Maybe it is just me.
The feathers from the crafts store are sanitized for a reason. Obviously, there is something of an art of sanitizing without ruining the feather. I will omit various ornithoid-based illnesses, but it can be scarry.
The other reason I opt for sanitized is because of some of the places that I enjoy tickling (e.g. between my wife's legs) and I would never dream of harming her. I won't use a feather that has been used between her toes to be used in the private areas. When we are finished, I break each feather and discard them.
I am not made of money, but there is no way that I would risk anything bad happening.

That said, there are probably acceptable ways of sanitizing feathers found in the wild. This is one area where I would opt for "man made" versus natural. Also, I do not use "colored" feathers. Colorings used probably have no/little regulation. Perhaps I would use them on her feet, but my mind invariably heads down the path of erotic tickling.

Spend a few dollars for safety is my message.
This has been a Public Service Announcement.

 

[evilwomanhehe]

None. Feathers are not effective, in my honest opinion.

Fingers mixed with warm lotion/baby oil on ticklish spots=a very happy 'Ler. 🙂

 

[RChello]

I 2nd that...feathers are symbolic at best

None. Feathers are not effective, in my honest opinion.

Fingers mixed with warm lotion/baby oil on ticklish spots=a very happy 'Ler. 🙂

 

[dazed]

we had a long thread on this on UKTF a few years ago and the general conclusion was that feathers weren't very good for ticking.

However, I'd say Goose feathers would be good- long, stiff blades and you get the pointy end too. You can buy these online -sterilised - as they're used for making quills for calligraphy. The ones I've seen in sex shops I can hardly feel and they're rubbish.

I love light soft touches on my back, buttocks, back of legs and knees -oh dammit..everywhere..and these would get me squirming. I'm only an apprentice ler but will get a couple to try just in case.

 

[Capnmad]

I echo the first response. Get 'em at A.C. Moore or Michael's. The best are short, firm, flexible and cleaned -- sometimes they have a ridiculous dye-job, but that matters not for fun purposes... Plumes are nigh useless, and you must be selective about where you're tickling, because many places for many people simply aren't feather-sensitive. But with the right people and the right places (and used skillfully and at length 😉 ), they can be exquisite, and excruciating.