Good belt. The ones I received had some sort of vinyl or something embossed around the edges of the belt. which fell apart after being worn a few times. Something like thin vinyl or cloth tape or something. apparently just glued. Disappointing to say the least. but doesn't really affect the belt's usability, although the appearance is slightly different now. Columbia Men's Belt 40mm Oil Brown Leather Trim Brown 44 9-16-16 Updated Review Information. I bought this item on 03/26/2016. As of early September, the strap showed slight tears and tears at the hole where I had used it. and as of today, September 16, the belt may break in half in that hole. i'm not fat I don't wear a tight belt. I use it snug enough to keep my jeans comfortable so I believe this is due to either poor manufacturing or poor materials. picture attached. from laminated materials. and the inner layers are more like cardboard or something. not skin. with leather pads on it.