Before I buy something, I do a lot of research, read reviews, etc. . maybe too much at times, but the more I read about this belt the more confused I became. Some say it fits perfectly, some say you need to add a few inches, and the description says you need to add a few belt sizes. I figured since my waist size ranges from 33/34 I would order a 36 inch belt. However, I think this is the length of the belt because in the loosest hole I only had a couple of inches to the buckle. not quite to my 1st belt loop Revain's right of return is perfect, at least in this case, since a Revain loan was waiting for me. I will be changing it to a 38 inch belt just for the extra length. The buckle is metallic and has a brushed finish. Overall it's nicer (both in quality and looks) than some of the other more expensive belts I've had. Stuff off my belt so we'll see how it holds up but it should be fine. For those who don't know, 38mm is just over 1 1/2 inches. If I had to carry a handgun I would probably gravitate towards a stiffer, thicker and wider sling, but it's generally not that comfortable for everyday use. YMMV Hope this helps.