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The Guy Who Married a Sex Doll: What the Story Really Is
The guy who married a sex doll is Davecat, a Michigan man who has described a silicone figure named Sidore as his wife for more than two decades. He says the two held a ceremony around 2000 that he treats as a marriage. No US state recognizes a union between a person and an object, so it is symbolic and private rather than legal.
That distinction blurs in most retellings. Below is what has been reported on the record, what readers assume, and the practical side the headlines skip: cost, weight, storage and what ownership asks over years rather than weeks.
1. Silicone Material Introduction
Why the Material Matters in This Story
Sidore is widely reported to be a silicone figure, and that detail explains much of how such a household runs. Platinum-cure silicone holds sculpted detail, from pores to painted veins, better than any other skin material in wide commercial use. It also avoids the slow oil loss that leaves softer materials tacky.
A silicone body is not a solid block of rubber. The skin is a shell, usually 3mm to 8mm thick, cast around a metal armature and a foam or hollow core. Firmness is measured on the Shore A scale, and most makers land between 10 and 25 for the outer skin, with firmer blends through the hips and thighs.
Silicone vs TPE at a Glance
Two materials dominate the market, and their differences show up in daily ownership far more than in photographs. The figures below reflect typical 160cm bodies from established workshops; individual makers vary.
Aspect
Silicone (platinum-cure)
TPE
Feel
Firm, matte and slightly cool at first touch; recovers slowly when pressed
Softer and springier, feels warmer, with a faint oily film when new
Weight at 160cm
38kg to 45kg (84lb to 99lb)
30kg to 36kg (66lb to 79lb)
Detail retention
Holds pores, wrinkles and painted detail for years; can be repainted
Detail softens with use, and deep creases may blur
Regular oiling and powdering; more frequent replacement
Stain resistance
Good; resists dye transfer better than TPE but is not immune
Moderate to poor; the porous surface absorbs dye and oil
Lifespan
5 to 10+ years with care
1 to 3 years typical, longer with light use
Price at 160cm
$2,000 to $5,000
$900 to $1,800
What the Material Means for Daily Handling
A 160cm silicone figure weighs 38kg to 45kg, so lifting is a two-handed job best done close to the body. The most common damage reports are torn shoulders and stressed joints from carrying a doll under the arms. A silicone sex doll also resists dye better than TPE but is not stain-proof; dark denim can transfer color within days.
What changes with a companion figure is frequency. It is dressed, moved and cleaned more often than a display piece, so wear arrives sooner and wigs and lashes need replacing on a schedule.
2. Customization Options
What Can Be Specified
A full-size commission lets a buyer choose height, usually between 140cm and 170cm, along with body type, skin tone, face sculpt, eye color, hair and makeup intensity. Skeletons can be ordered with locking or friction joints, and standing feet are available on many bodies.
Four quieter questions matter more after a year: is the head removable for storage, is the insert fixed or replaceable, does the figure stand unaided, and can the wig be swapped without adhesive? Buyers who answer them before ordering avoid most of the regret that surfaces later.
Naming, Persona and Wardrobe
Owners often name a figure and build a persona around it, and Davecat's household is simply the most public example of a private habit. Nothing about the practice requires anyone else's participation. It does require wardrobe planning: clothing cut for a 160cm body with a 90cm bust will not fit a 140cm frame.
A figure treated as a companion is handled, dressed and photographed far more than a display piece, which shortens the life of wigs, lashes and painted detail. Owners who describe long-term sex doll companionship tend to talk about routine rather than romance: the dressing, the cleaning, the small repairs.
3. Buying Guide
Size, Weight and Price Bands
Read the weight column before the height column. A 48kg figure is hard for one person to lift onto a bed or into a closet; a 30kg figure is manageable for most adults. The bands below are typical retail ranges, not quotes.
Category
Height
Typical weight
Joints
Price band
Torso
60cm to 95cm
8kg to 20kg
4 to 8
$150 to $600
Compact
100cm to 125cm
14kg to 24kg
10 to 16
$400 to $900
Mid-size
140cm to 150cm
24kg to 32kg
16 to 20
$700 to $1,500
Full-size TPE
155cm to 165cm
30kg to 38kg
18 to 24
$900 to $1,900
Full-size silicone
155cm to 165cm
36kg to 46kg
18 to 26
$2,000 to $4,200
Tall premium
168cm to 175cm
42kg to 52kg
20 to 28
$3,000 to $6,000
Joints and Posing
Joint counts run from four or six on a torso to twenty-eight on a fully articulated body. More joints mean more poses and more places to wear out. A typical 160cm figure carries eighteen to twenty-four: neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, waist, hips, knees and ankles, plus finger articulation on premium builds.
Locking joints hold a pose under load, which suits a figure that sits or stands for hours. Friction joints move more smoothly but drift.
What to Check Before Paying
Material and hardness: silicone or TPE, plus the Shore A range for the skin.
Weight as shipped, not as marketed — a 6kg difference changes how often you move it.
Joint count and type, and whether the feet are bolted for standing.
Head mount: threaded, magnetic or push-fit, and whether spares exist.
Warranty length, and whether it covers the skeleton as well as the skin.
Stock status: in-stock units ship in days, made-to-order in weeks.
Buyers comparing finish should study close-up photographs rather than staged full-body shots; that is where a $1,200 body separates from a $3,000 one. Our notes on realistic sex dolls cover the same comparison in more detail.
4. Maintenance & Care
The Storage Problem
A 40kg figure cannot live on a closet shelf, and this is the constraint new owners underestimate. Most households use a bed, a chair, a display stand or a padded case. The figure needs support under the hips and shoulders; storing it upright without foot support slowly deforms the ankles.
Lying flat is safest for long periods, with a rolled towel under the knees. A dedicated case costs less than a repair and keeps dust, pets and sunlight off the skin.
Cleaning and Powdering
Wash with mild soap and lukewarm water, then dry internal channels completely with a fan or an absorbent rod before closing anything up. Moisture left inside is the leading cause of mold. Powder with a cornstarch-based body powder to restore the matte finish and reduce friction on joints.
Task
Frequency
Time
Full wash and dry
Every 2 to 4 weeks, or more often in summer
30 to 45 minutes
Channel drying
After every wash
2 to 4 hours with a fan
Powdering
Every 2 to 4 weeks; weekly for TPE
10 minutes
Joint and bolt check
Monthly
5 minutes
Wig, lash and paint touch-up
Every 4 to 8 weeks
15 to 30 minutes
Heat, Dye and Clothing
Keep the room below 27°C (80°F) where possible, and never store a figure against a radiator, in a car or in direct summer sun. Silicone tolerates more heat than TPE. Remove dark or new clothing after a day, and wash new garments twice before dressing.
A basic sex doll care kit covers most of this: powder, a drying rod, a soft cloth, mild cleanser and silicone-safe adhesive for small seam repairs.
5. Shipping & Privacy Policy
Discreet Delivery
Orders ship in a plain, double-walled carton with no product photographs, silhouettes or brand text on the outside. Tracking is provided, and an adult signature may be required depending on the carrier and destination. The crate is worth keeping if the figure will ever move house.
Timing and Import Rules
Allow 7 to 20 business days for delivery after dispatch, plus production time for made-to-order figures. Customs inspection is always possible, and any duty, tax or clearance cost is the buyer's responsibility. Outcomes vary by country, and no retailer can guarantee how a customs office will handle a shipment.
Privacy in Practice
The billing descriptor is neutral, and the shipping label carries no product description. Privacy at home is the question buyers ask about most. Some owners keep a lockable case or a room with a door that shuts; others treat the figure as furniture. The sex doll stigma around the topic is real, but it is usually managed by discretion rather than explanation.
6. Trust & Guarantee
What the Warranty Covers
Coverage typically runs 6 to 12 months against manufacturing defects: seam separation, skeleton failure, loose hardware. It does not cover wear, dye transfer, heat damage, mold or tears from handling. Photograph any damage on arrival and report it within 48 hours, before the figure is dressed.
Hygiene rules mean opened figures generally cannot be returned for a change of mind, which is why the sizing questions in section three matter. Ask for the exact weight of the unit you are buying, not the catalogue average.
Independent Retail, Stated Plainly
Mensexdolls is an independent retailer of silicone and TPE figures. We are not affiliated with, licensed by or endorsed by any doll manufacturer, and nothing here implies a partnership with Davecat or with any outlet that covered his story. Brand names appear for identification only.
Support answers within one business day on weekdays, and spare parts such as wigs, lashes, inserts and drying rods are stocked for the models we carry. Most workshops supply replacements for years after a sculpt is retired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the guy who married a sex doll?
Davecat is a Michigan man who has spoken publicly for years about his partnership with a silicone doll named Sidore, whom he describes as his wife. He has been profiled by several outlets and has appeared in documentaries and television segments about doll ownership. He uses the name Davecat in public rather than his legal name.
Is Davecat's marriage to Sidore legally recognized?
No. No US state, and no country we are aware of, treats a marriage between a person and an object as legally valid. The ceremony he describes was a personal commitment rather than a civil marriage. That means no next-of-kin status, no spousal benefits and no divorce process.
When did the ceremony take place?
Most reporting places the ceremony around 2000, and Davecat has referred to anniversaries on that basis. The event itself has not been documented in public records, so treat the date as reported rather than verified. The relationship he describes has outlasted any single date attached to it.
Who is Sidore?
Sidore Kuroneko is the name Davecat gave his first doll, a full-size silicone figure widely reported to be a RealDoll. He describes her as his wife and dresses her in a gothic style. The name and persona are his own creation, not a manufacturer product line.
Does he own more than one doll?
Yes. A second doll, Elena Vostrikova, joined the household later, and Davecat has described both as part of his family. Reports differ on the timing and on how the household is arranged day to day. Multiple figures are common among long-term owners, partly because care routines scale easily.
Where has the story been covered?
The story has appeared in outlets including The Atlantic, and in documentary and television coverage, among them the BBC film Guys and Dolls and an episode of TLC's My Strange Addiction. Details vary between retellings, so the original pieces are more reliable than summaries of them.
What does iDollator mean?
iDollator is a term used by some owners of synthetic companions to describe themselves, and Davecat has been credited with popularizing it. It is not a manufacturer category, a certification or an organization. Usage varies within the community, and plenty of owners never adopt the label.
How much does a doll like Sidore cost?
A full-size silicone figure in the 160cm range typically runs from about $2,000 to $5,000, depending on maker, sculpt, paint work and options. Custom faces, premium skeletons and detailed paint push that higher. TPE equivalents cost less, usually between $900 and $1,800.
How much does a full-size silicone doll weigh?
Most full-size silicone figures between 155cm and 170cm weigh roughly 36kg to 48kg, or about 79lb to 106lb. The skeleton and internal weighting decide the final figure. That is heavy enough to need a plan for lifting, positioning and storage, and TPE versions are usually several kilograms lighter.
Is owning a doll legal?
In the United States, owning an adult doll is legal in most jurisdictions, though some states and cities restrict possession in specific settings. Rules differ widely abroad, and a few countries prohibit import outright. Check your local regulations before ordering, and remember that customs decisions sit outside any retailer's control.
Final Thoughts
The story of the guy who married a sex doll is smaller than its headlines: one man in Michigan, a silicone figure he named, and a routine kept for decades. Whether that reads as devotion or eccentricity is a matter of taste.
What the story does show is that a full-size doll is a commitment of space, weight and maintenance before it is anything else. A 40kg figure needs somewhere to sit, a cleaning routine and a plan for moving day. That part is the same for Davecat as for any buyer.
Find a Figure You Can Care For
Browse silicone and TPE figures by height, weight and finish. Every listing states the material, joint count and what the warranty covers, so you can compare before you commit.
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