I ordered the medium belt. It is a stiff  1.5 inches wide. So they fit great with Jeans but do not fit most dress pants.  I work where I have to pass through metal detectors, so no need to worry about metal on the belt. I love this belt. I ordered the Medium. medium (32 to 36-Inch) Belt is actuall 44 inches.  The course part of the hook and loop is 8 inches. softer part was 14 inches. So this belt does adjust well. May want to consider the belts seem to run 7 inches longer then the size chart when ordering.
 I have lost a little weight so I may need to order a size smaller now.
 They need to make one that is not as wide that can be worn with dress pants. So much easier then a traditional belt.