I might not need a condom smaller than normal, but never having used one before I want to explore my options...just in case.

[This message has been edited by cumquat (edited 09-15-2002).]

You might want to try a regular sized condom and see if it does fit properly -- they're kinda like party balloons, so they should stretch to fit regardless of size but not be too baggy. The problem generally is the ring size -- sometimes it can be too big or too small.

Personally, I've found that Kimono condoms work better on smaller penises than on larger ones.

Generally, sites like condomania will have diameter and length information for all condoms, so you might want to comparison shop and buy some ones that are shorter and have smaller ring sizes.

As I understand it, however, the crucial thing is the size of the ring at the base - as long as that's tight enough to prevent the condom from slipping off, it doesn't matter if it's loose elsewhere (and in fact some brands of condom are specifically designed to have a "loose" body or pouch as some guys find this gives them more sensation).

And if you just can't find a condom that fits him, you could consider using the female condom as an alternative form of safer sex.