I have a hard time finding belts in my size, (not sure why size medium belts are so hard to find!), thought I would give these a try since the price is so good - I had to exchange because by the size chart I would need a size small however the medium is my actual size.  I believe the number on the size chart is the length of the belt not waist size - the small went around my waist fine but had no extra to buckle.  This belt has NOT held up well.  The black finish is wearing off where I buckle it and I've only had it for a month.  Hopefully it lasts long enough for me to find one in stores.