If I had a dollar for every quality belt I've had in my lifetime, I'd be able to buy a hot dog from Costco.

All of the designers put out leather belts made to last a year and a half, and their prices reflect it. Tearing, fraying, warping, sagging are all verbs that describe these cheaply made imports.

Dickies brand, on the other hand has a name to uphold for durability. I have been wearing their comfortable work pants for years in tough conditions, (the professional kitchen) so why wouldn't I take a chance on a belt? The belt compliments the pants nicely and feels quite rugged. It has a nice hefty feel to the leather and the buckle is masculine and simple.

It's nice to have a rugged belt to switch between my $60 Coach-brand belt saved for more elegant slacks after the shift is through. Highly recommended for daily wear.

Revised...the belt lasted 18 months before it started to wear out from daily use. The Coach belts are still going strong due to the quality of leather.