I purchased this belt to replace another brand that just wasn't up to standards.  I was pleasantly surprised when upon opening the package I found an apparently sturdy, very nicely finished, and good-looking belt.  The sizing was perfect and the stretch feature just enough to provide that give that inevitably will be needed as many of us just don't seem to remain all that consistent in waist size.  The buckle is nice, the coloring a classic dark-brown that could render it appropriate even in dresser circumstances (note that the belt in person appeared a little darker that the Amazon photo).  The thing even smelled like good new leather, and considering how strange many new belts smell, this is a big plus.  All in all, for the price, this was a good deal and I am well satisfied with the purchase.