I've lost count of the number of times I've beaten myself over the last half century, always wearing stockings and suspenders, usually with my balls tied up tight. I've tried everything, canes, belts, hairbrushes, slippers, paddles, riding crops, you name it, I've used it. The best by far is a freshly cut whippy switch, preferably used in the open countryside, where there's always the chance of being caught!