This is the type of belt we used when I worked in security. No, as a weekend warrior photographer I wanted a hoop with the same strength to hold my expensive lens out of the holster. I'm glad I chose this durable, high-quality belt. The metal buckle closes securely and I can thread the extra webbing back into the loops. Most indicated that the belt works for a long time. I have a size 36-38 and the belt is enough. I attached a lens mount with a pointed design made for camera straps, but wanted it at the waist. With two lenders worth over $1,000 each, this belt fits within the tolerance I wanted with no slack.