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Sex Doll Feet Explained: Standing Feet Vs Non-Standing Feet
Customers seldom think about standing feet before they need them, and once they do, the difference turns out to be vast. A small detail on the spec sheet, sure, but it changes how the doll stores, photographs and wears over time, as well as what you can do with her. One of the simplest ways to avoid an annoying purchase is to understand the difference before you order.
 
The Bolts Are the Key
It's an uncomplicated difference, at its most basic. The doll can stand upright without support because standing feet have metal bolts embedded in the soles. No bolts in non-standing feet means the doll can only sit or lie down, and attempting to stand her will damage the feet. Whether the bolts are present decides everything else; they're the key.
 
Standing Unaided
Photography and display are where standing feet are necessary. Full-length poses without noticeable supports, and display anywhere that needs her to be upright, such as a corner or doorway, are open to a doll that can stand unaided. Poses and settings aren't possible with non-standing feet in the wide range that standing feet open up, which is the main reason most photographers specify standing feet when ordering.
 
Showering and Standing Feet
Standing feet are important for the shower as well. It's impractical and dangerous to lie her down in a shower, which is why a doll for showering with needs to be able to stand. The standing feet give her stability in a wet environment, and the metal bolts ensure that the feet don't absorb water the way non-standing feet would. The genuine safety consideration is that water absorption in non-standing feet can lead to rust and eventual structural failure.
 
Water Will Find Its Way In
Shower use deserves more detail, being the source of a lot of damaged dolls. The ankle of a non-standing foot includes foam or filler material, which absorbs water when it gets wet. Once it starts, the rusting of the metal skeleton inside the leg by the water is basically unfixable, though it takes weeks or months to become evident. No matter how attentive you are, a doll with non-standing feet should never be in the shower; water finds its way in irrespective of precautions.
 
No Hanging Hook or Storage Case Needed
Standing feet can make storage easier as well, depending on the setup. A doll with standing feet can be stored upright in a corner, a wardrobe, or a storage cabinet without needing a hanging hook or a storage case. This is a space-efficient choice for buyers who don't have room for a hanging setup, and it's a good alternative for customers who want to display the doll rather than keep her hidden. The doll can be stored in a way that's visible and accessible thanks to the standing feet, and some purchasers prefer this.
 
Is the Premium Worth Paying?
Slightly more expensive and a little heavier: that's the downside of standing feet. A more involved manufacturing process plus a small quantity of weight from the metal bolts means a price normally a few percent above a doll with non-standing feet. If you're purchasing on an extremely tight budget, know that the difference is small and it's usually worth the additional cost.
 
The Other Disadvantage: Noticeable Bolts
Bare feet can make the bolts noticeable, which is the other drawback. In photos, the bolts might show on a doll wearing high-heeled shoes or open-toed footwear, and some purchasers find this distracting. Closed shoes or footwear that hides the bolts solve this trivial aesthetic issue, so it's not a reason to stay away from standing feet entirely.
 
The Case for Non-Standing Feet
Fine for customers who only want to use the doll in bed and don't plan to display her standing or shower with her, non-standing feet are also cheaper and lighter. Non-standing feet do the job for a bed-or-sofa doll, and what you save can go towards articulated hands, a better wig or similar upgrades. Nothing mistaken with this choice for purchasers who know what they want; it's completely valid.
 
A Subtle Difference
Non-standing feet are also a little softer and more pliable, which some purchasers find more comfortable to touch. Subtle as it is, and not typically enough to justify the choice on its own, the difference is worth knowing about if you're specifically looking for maximum softness. Rather than feeling as if they have a hard core inside them, the feet on non-standing dolls feel more like the rest of the doll.
 
The Big Risk With Non-Standing Feet
Buyers now and then forget what kind of feet they have and try to stand the doll in any case, which is the sizable risk with non-standing feet. Expect genuine damage from this typical slip-up, because the foam inside the ankle can't support the doll's weight and will tear or collapse. Even if you attempt to support her, the doll can no longer stand as a result, because the feet have been permanently damaged. You're purchasing non-standing feet? Remember it, and don't be tempted to test their limits.
 
Bolts Are Embedded During Manufacturing
You might also ask whether standing feet can be retrofitted to a doll that doesn't have them. The short answer is a no, not readily. New hardware has to be installed by cutting into the feet if you add the bolts subsequently, and it's expensive and frequently doesn't work as well as the original, since the bolts are embedded in the soles during manufacturing. Thinking of acquiring a doll without standing feet, but might want them later? Better to purchase a doll with standing feet in the first place than to try to add them later.
 
If You're Not Sure, Choose Standing
Buyers choosing between standing and non-standing feet can follow some simple sensible advice. Should you plan to photograph the doll, display her standing, or use her in the shower, standing feet are what you need. Perfectly acceptable are non-standing feet when you only want to use her in bed or on a sofa and you don't care about display. If you're not sure, standing feet are the safer option, because they don't limit what you can do with the doll and they're worth the small extra cost.
 
Weight and Storage Together
Worth mentioning, too, is a gender consideration. More than female dolls, male dolls normally upside from standing feet, being heavier and more tricky to store in any other way. A 45kg male doll who can't stand must be stored lying down, putting pressure on the body and needing more space. Storing upright becomes possible for male dolls with standing feet, a genuine advantage if you don't have a lot of room.
 
The Aesthetic Difference
Worth a final note is the aesthetic difference between standing and non-standing feet. Standing feet have a slightly harder bottom because of the bolts, and this can be noticeable with the doll barefoot. Particularly on dolls with delicate features, some buyers find the slightly industrial look of the hard soles less aesthetically gratifying. Preferred by some purchasers, non-standing feet are softer and more natural-looking. This is a trade-off that only matters if you're photographing the doll barefoot, and it's worth factoring into your decision if barefoot photos are a priority.
 
Maintenance: Check the Bolts Periodically
A maintenance angle deserves consideration too. Secure bolts matter: loose ones can damage the foot or the ankle, a bolt that falls out can cause a collapse, and so standing feet need periodic checking. Use the appropriate tool to tighten any bolts that feel loose when you check them by gently twisting them every few months. Over the long run, non-standing feet need somewhat less maintenance, because they don't have hardware that can come loose.
 
Smooth Floors Need Extra Support
On different surfaces, the bolts influence how the doll stands. The bolts grip well on carpet, so the doll is steady. On smooth hard flooring in particular, the bolts can slip, and the doll may need additional support to stay upright. On hard surfaces, a small mat or a grippy pad under the feet is worth considering to prevent sliding. No issue with non-standing feet, as the doll isn't standing in the first place. Displaying a doll with standing feet on a hard floor is where it's worth knowing about.
 
How Standing Feet Change the Look
Frequently overlooked, there's a final consideration in how standing feet affect the doll's overall proportions. The bolts add a small quantity of length to the foot, which can slightly change the way the doll looks in barefoot photos. The effect is subtle and typically invisible in shoes, but it's worth knowing about if you're planning to photograph the doll barefoot and you care about exact proportions. Without the bolts, non-standing feet don't have this effect, and the feet are marginally shorter and more natural-looking.
 
Select Standing Unless You're Certain
Bottom line: for most purchasers standing feet are worth the extra cost, opening up posing, display, storage and shower options that non-standing feet don't. You're safe to skip them only when you're certain the doll will only be used in bed and won't be displayed or photographed standing. For all other buyers, standing feet are the better choice and among the simplest upgrades to justify. More info at this An Honest Word on Modern Sex Dolls- What Actually Matters (http://forum.ruchkontroliwyborow.pl/index.php?topic=124657.new#new) 72d696c  alongside all The Real Rundown of Sex Dolls Today- What You Need to Know (https://codeplugs.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=2072) and A Quick Guide to Modern Sex Dolls- Start Here (https://thesolowargamer.com/showthread.php?tid=16693). Also check out  read the full info here (https://pari-ot-internet.com/viewtopic.php?t=5214) which is worth considering with  more tips here (https://kollaboratsia.com.ua/index.php?topic=308.new) and  find more (https://cbfunk.ch/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1400) for more.