Review on 5.11 Tactical Operator 1 3/4" Belt, Military Style, Heavy-Duty Nylon Mesh 5100Lb Tensile Strength, Stainless Steel Buckle, Fade & Rip Resistant, Style 59405 by Chris Sandridge

I did know about the 5.11 Belts when I purchased my first belts (4 of them!) for Concealed and Open Carry. I ended up spending many hours reading forums and "buying" sites (Midway/Ebay/Galls etc) before I ran across the 5.11 name and this Belt.Firstly, I wanted a Belt that could hold my gun holster and ammo pack (holster), with very little movement. The 5.11 Tactical Belt can be tightened and IT WILL NOT MOVE. Seriously, the Metal Belt Buckle is Heavy Duty and will not allow movement.Secondly, I wanted a Belt that I could SECURE the extra Belt Loop. This VELCRO End Piece is amazing.it does not move. I had to order the Belt twice to get the right Velcro loop line up, but Ebay/5.11 replaced the Belt quickly.Thirdly, I wanted a Belt that had some strength to it, and that would last. This 5.11 Tactical Belt feels like two Belts connected together it is so stiff. That is exactly what I wanted. The 5.11 Tactical even stays stiff when guns are in the holster and I am putting the Belt away.The only draw back, and I had read this on line, is the end started to fray a bit (past the velcro section). I fixed this with a lighter in 5 seconds and other then myself, no one would ever see this repair. The Belt melted quickly like a shoe lace. So this fraying is not a issue. Good Purchase I highly highly recommend this Belt.