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An '''armbinder''' is a device for [[Bondage|binding]] someone's arms behind their back.  It is often used as a synonym for [[monoglove]] but there are other sorts of armbinder, consisting of a series of straps or two gloves and some straps or muffs, as shown in the following illustrations:
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[[Image:Bondage mittens.jpg|thumb|right|An armbinder]]
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[[Image:ArmMuff.jpg|thumb|right|An arm muff from [http://www.top-to-bottom-leathers.co.uk Top To Bottom Leathers] ]]
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An '''armbinder''' is a device for [[Bondage|binding]] someone's arms behind their back. It differs from simple [[cuffs]] in that the arms are secured at more than one point along their length.  It is often used as a synonym for [[monoglove]] but there are many other designs of armbinder.
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==Types of armbinder==
  
 
* [http://www.665leather.com/page/100/PROD/10006/155 Two sleeve armbinder]
 
* [http://www.665leather.com/page/100/PROD/10006/155 Two sleeve armbinder]
 
* [http://www.schlampenladen.de/shop/images/al_har8.jpg German armbinder]
 
* [http://www.schlampenladen.de/shop/images/al_har8.jpg German armbinder]
* [http://www.top-to-bottom-leathers.co.uk/stabind.php3 Strap armbinder]
 
 
* [http://62.75.219.46/shop2/index.php?user=rotrac&proid=56 Armbinder/Singleglove set]
 
* [http://62.75.219.46/shop2/index.php?user=rotrac&proid=56 Armbinder/Singleglove set]
 
* [http://www.dungeonware.com/index.pl?Item=221 Wristlock Armbinder Set]
 
* [http://www.dungeonware.com/index.pl?Item=221 Wristlock Armbinder Set]
* [http://axovus.com/armbinder.html Armbinder]
 
  
Armbinders are often made of leather, as it combines strength and softness against the skin.  Other materials common are [[rubber]], reinforced [[latex]], calico/denim and [[:Image:Rigidirons.jpg|metal]].  Depending on the style, a wide variety of fittings and closures are used, from laces through zips and velcro to padlocks.  Some [[Zentai]] suits have fixtures that make armbinding easy.
 
  
Using an armbinder other than a monoglove allows for a greater variety of positions that the [[Bottom (BDSM)|bottom]] can be placed in. Although armbinders are commonly protrayed with the arms restrained behind the back, many of them allow for the arms to be bound in front, enabling [[flogging]] or other activities to take place easily. Even when the arms are still restrained behind, they can be put in other positions, such as the [[Reverse prayer position]].
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==In use==
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Armbinders are most commonly made of [[leather (material)|leather]], but other materials such as [[rubber]], canvas, and metal are also used by manufacturers. Arm binders are often visually striking but can be problematic when used in real life play. Any binding that sits above the [[wrist]] will have to be well designed if it is not to slide back down the arm. This is because the arm naturally tapers from the shoulder to the wrist and unlike the wrist the elbow does not have anything to prevent the binding sliding over it. A common method is to attach the upper bindings to a strap which passes over the shoulder and across the wearer's chest, thus providng an anchor point for the harness.
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[[Image:Alexx+nicky1.jpg|thumb|right|Alexander Horn with model in armbinder]]
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When worn, armbinders can become uncomfortable very quickly and can make the wearer's hands numb. This tends to limit the time that they can be worn for, in some cases just a few minutes. One of the problems with buying arm binders for use in bondage play is that in many cases the more striking the design the less wearable it will be. Having a [[sub]]'s arms tightly bound behind then is a very erotic image which explains why arm binders are so popular; however, the reality of wearing then can be very different from the fantasy. For this reason it is strongly advised that wherever possible you try before you buy. Armbinders can be expensive mistakes.
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One of the more successful designs of armbinder is the '''arm muff'''. This works by binding the arms behind the wearer with the elbows at 90 degrees, a wide leather muff holds the forearms together, [[strap]]s then attached above the elbow preventing the arms from being withdrawn. Because the elbow is bent, this prevents the straps from sliding down the arm and makes the device very effective in preventing escape. Because the shoulders and elbows are not stressed, the device can be worn for a considerable time. The effect is similar to a [[box tie]].
  
 
==See also==
 
==See also==
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* [[Elbow bondage]]
 
* [[Monoglove]]
 
* [[Monoglove]]
* [[Hogtie]]
 
 
* [[SM equipment]]
 
* [[SM equipment]]
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* [[Bondage opera glove]]
  
 
==External links==
 
==External links==
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* [http://www.armbindergirls.tumblr.com Armbinder/Monoglove picture blog with over 1500 photos]
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* [http://www.slinkyskin.co.uk/rubbergirls-fantasy.htm Fiction ''Rubbergirls fantasy'']
 
* [http://www.slinkyskin.co.uk/rubbergirls-fantasy.htm Fiction ''Rubbergirls fantasy'']
  
[[Category:BDSM equipment]]
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[[Category:Restraints]]

Latest revision as of 07:13, 1 May 2016

An armbinder
An arm muff from Top To Bottom Leathers

An armbinder is a device for binding someone's arms behind their back. It differs from simple cuffs in that the arms are secured at more than one point along their length. It is often used as a synonym for monoglove but there are many other designs of armbinder.

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[edit] Types of armbinder


[edit] In use

Armbinders are most commonly made of leather, but other materials such as rubber, canvas, and metal are also used by manufacturers. Arm binders are often visually striking but can be problematic when used in real life play. Any binding that sits above the wrist will have to be well designed if it is not to slide back down the arm. This is because the arm naturally tapers from the shoulder to the wrist and unlike the wrist the elbow does not have anything to prevent the binding sliding over it. A common method is to attach the upper bindings to a strap which passes over the shoulder and across the wearer's chest, thus providng an anchor point for the harness.

Alexander Horn with model in armbinder

When worn, armbinders can become uncomfortable very quickly and can make the wearer's hands numb. This tends to limit the time that they can be worn for, in some cases just a few minutes. One of the problems with buying arm binders for use in bondage play is that in many cases the more striking the design the less wearable it will be. Having a sub's arms tightly bound behind then is a very erotic image which explains why arm binders are so popular; however, the reality of wearing then can be very different from the fantasy. For this reason it is strongly advised that wherever possible you try before you buy. Armbinders can be expensive mistakes.

One of the more successful designs of armbinder is the arm muff. This works by binding the arms behind the wearer with the elbows at 90 degrees, a wide leather muff holds the forearms together, straps then attached above the elbow preventing the arms from being withdrawn. Because the elbow is bent, this prevents the straps from sliding down the arm and makes the device very effective in preventing escape. Because the shoulders and elbows are not stressed, the device can be worn for a considerable time. The effect is similar to a box tie.

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