Condom dimensions - myth or reality?

First of all, it is worth noting that a condom (or condom) is a special barrier type device, designed for contraception. In addition, it protects a person from any pathogens that are transmitted through sexual contact. In this article, we will tell you about what condom sizes can be, on the example of the products of the most famous manufacturers of these "rubber" products.

What is condom?

A condom is a special polyurethane or latex cover, impermeable to semen. He is put on a sturdy (erect) penis. The purpose of this remedy is to prevent conception and various diseases that are transmitted sexually.

History of condoms

It is believed that condoms appeared about four centuries ago. The oldest (prehistoric) condom was found in Sweden and dates back to 1640 (!). It was invented by a certain Charles Condom for King Henry the Eighth of the Tudor dynasty. Material for him left much to be desired: it was the mucosa of the intestine of an ordinary sheep. At the same time, the size of the condom at that time directly depended on the age of the animal: the older it is, the thicker and longer its intestine. Some historians argue that the first condoms appeared in Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome at the time of the flourishing of pederasty under Julia Caesar.

Condom sizes

Many men are fully confident that there are at least two sizes of condoms: Asian (small) and European (large). Gentlemen, this is the most common myth! There is no such territorial distinction. The fact is that the production of condoms is carried out according to certain standards, taking into account only the different physiology of men. For example, in the EU norms the nominal width (diameter) of the product corresponding to 44-56 mm is prescribed, and the Russian GOST requires the issuance of condoms with a diameter of 50 to 54 mm. Condom sizes directly depend on one or another manufacturer. Each firm produces its own line of condoms, in the range of which there are products of certain sizes.

Condom brands

"Contex"

The most popular firm-manufacturer of rubber products "Kontex" produces its goods in the following sizes:

• The smallest condom has parameters of 160x49 mm,
• The largest is 214x56 mm.

It is interesting that in our country, not the smallest, nor the largest condom of this manufacturer is sold. The largest condom company "Kontex" in Russia has a size of 190x54 mm.

"Durex"

This no less popular producer of rubber products produces for the Russian market condoms with dimensions XL called "Comfort". If this is translated into numbers, then we get this size: 220x57 mm. Not bad, right?

Memo to men

Dear men! When buying a condom, be sure to pay attention to its size! It is on this depends the effectiveness of its use. For example, if the product is too close, then the risk of its rupture during sex increases much. If the condom is too large, it can slip into your partner's vagina. Be sure to keep in mind that each condom manufacturer has its own rulers that differ in size from competitors.