This is a tool for me. I thought it was the best belt I've ever had. I came across this one and when I saw it was 1/4 inch thick I ordered it. I live on a ranch and always have various things on my belt like multi tools, knives, various weird things like beef shoulders to put in my belt and of course usually some kind of gun in the .22 to 44 magnum range or both. placed in a belt or holster. I can't use a thin little bra strap that stretches and doesn't hold up when wet with sweat. I didn't use this strap, but it definitely is. I had no problem getting it through my holsters. I wear a 36 in the waist and ordered a 40 in the waist. I wouldn't want it anymore, but it's spot on. I need to loosen up a bit. It's a thick, durable piece of leather. Nothing fancy just a strong belt and that's what I wanted. Its end is quite tight on Levi's belt loop, but it will fit in there. It should last me the rest of my life if I don't lose it. If I lose it, I'll buy another one just like that.