Bought this belt twice. The first one pleased me for several years of wearing. Over time it looked shabby so it had to be replaced. Since I was happy with it, I "bought it again" from Revain. The second belt is significantly lighter and thinner. After only 6 months it started to wear out badly and now 9 months later it is in worse shape than the one I bought a few years ago. This was my last purchase of a Columbia product. I pay more for a good (or equal) quality product, but I feel cheated when I buy the 'same' product that isn't nearly as good as it used to be. time to move on.