Seconds Sale

What is a Seconds Sale?

A seconds sale is a discounted offering of fantasy toys with minor cosmetic flaws that are fully functional but sold at a reduced price due to imperfections.

What Makes a Toy a "Second"?

In the world of hand-poured silicone toys, not every pour comes out flawless. Small cosmetic issues can occur during manufacturing -- a pinched tip from demolding, a color that did not swirl quite as intended, visible trimming marks along the seam line, or minor surface bubbles that escaped the degassing process. These toys are structurally sound, completely body-safe, and fully functional -- they just do not meet the maker's visual quality standard for full-price sale.

Rather than waste the material and labor, makers sell these pieces at a discount. That is a seconds sale.

Which Flaws Qualify for Seconds?

Each maker sets their own threshold for what gets classified as seconds versus full-price inventory. Common reasons include slight color inconsistencies, small surface imperfections like pinholes or beauty marks, minor flash that did not trim perfectly, or a colorway that simply did not turn out as planned.

The key distinction is that seconds are cosmetic-only issues. If a toy has a structural defect -- a tear, a hole, or compromised material integrity -- a reputable maker will discard it entirely rather than sell it, even at a discount. When a maker labels something as seconds, they are saying "it looks slightly off, but performs exactly like our full-price product."

Why Does the Community Love Seconds?

Seconds sales are wildly popular in the fantasy toy community. They offer an accessible entry point for buyers who want premium platinum-cure silicone toys at a lower price point. Discounts typically range from 15% to 40% off the standard retail price, depending on the severity of the cosmetic issue.

Different makers use different terminology for their seconds. You might see them called "flops," "whoops," "blems" (short for blemished), "oops pours," or simply "discounted." The community uses these terms interchangeably, and experienced buyers know to watch for seconds announcements as eagerly as they watch for regular drops.

How Can You Shop Seconds Smartly?

For buyers who prioritize function over appearance, seconds are arguably the best value in the hobby. A toy with a slightly uneven color swirl or a minor trimming mark performs identically to its full-price counterpart. Many collectors intentionally seek out seconds for their daily drivers, reserving full-price purchases for display-worthy shelf queens with perfect aesthetics.

Follow your favorite makers on social media and join their Discord servers to get advance notice of seconds sales. These events sell out quickly, sometimes even faster than regular drops.