I have had one of these straps for many years and love them. I bought this and didn't put it on right away, but when I finally used it, the inside of the strap has a very coarse one-way grain. This keeps the belt turning sideways until the buckle gets caught in the belt loop. I have never had this problem with any belt before. Very disappointed as it seems too unfinished inside. I'm not a tanner so I don't know what to do. I can't wear the belt and the return period has already expired because I was waiting for an excuse to wear the belt.