Okay, I admit I'm fat. Finding a good belt in stores is nearly impossible because they all come from China and the measurements are never correct. Anyway, enough whining. I read the ratings on this belt and saw all the pros and cons and decided to buy one. I sent my measurement and it's absolutely perfect. Many men wear through a belt because they forget to clean it after a hard days work and the sweat rots the stitching. Given the professional construction and care for detail I recommend this belt.