I love this belt. It is very sharp in appearance, and it has held up very well. I have worn it 3-4 times a week for almost three months, and it still looks new. (I do shine the leather with shoe shine for the record.) I have a similar belt with a sliding buckle from another company, but the "SlideBelts" buckle feels more durable, and I will bet you that it lasts longer. You should feel safe buying this belt.