Wow! In all my days, I have never seen a more balanced, sensible and thorough evaluation of the uses for a chastity device. I especially like how you recognize the fine line between fetish and legitimate improvement. You nailed it. In my case, my wife is leaving town for a few days. I will put on my chastity tube (CB6KS, for those who know) and lock the key in a timer safe set to release for when she returns. Like you say, masturbation of some sort remains possible, but for me, the masturbation seems so "wrong" when wearing a tube, that I don't bother. Success. And you are right about the device only being partially effective for a variety of reasons. But when combined with a diligent partner who truly wants you chaste, it's an effective tool. David
