This belt is amazing. The very rear usually starts to fray and eventually blow out in just 6 months or so, not with this belt! Stylish, durable, versatile. I've never owned a ratchet belt before but I can never go back. Our bodies change everyday all day. May need it slightly looser in the morning and throughout the day may need to tighten just a bit. No awkward fumbling required, just grab the buckle and pull the slack. The only complaint I have about these specific belt is when they first arrive, there was a very strong scent of mushrooms? I dont know why, but after about a week it was all but a distant memory.