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Another Vacuum Erection Device (VED)

This is the "Classic" model made by Osbon.
           
 
 
After putting a liquid or gel around the penis to help create an air-tight seal, the tube is place over the penis. showing placement of the VED

 
 
 
 
The pump is now squeezed repeatedly, reducing the air pressure in the tube, allowing the blood to flow into the penis. showing the penis enlarging
 
 
 
 
When the erection occurs, the tube is removed and a tension ring that was around the end of the tube is slipped off onto the penis. This is to keep the blood in the penis. Osbon says the erection should last for 30 minutes. tube is removed, showing an erect penis  
 
 
 
When the tension ring is removed, the blood will leave and the penis will go flaccid. when the ring is removed, the penis will become flaccid  
 
 
 


The instructional video that comes with the Classic is available at this site.

For a different model and illustrations, click here.

For an on-line list of brands and distributors, click here.


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