I sent back the first belt I received because it had a small defect on the edge like it had melted. The second belt I received was the same. I ended up leaving it because I needed a washable belt with a non-metal buckle for work, but I was expecting a $30 rubber belt with a plastic buckle to be better quality. The strap itself is fine except for a small defect; The buckle is fairly light, although it should be strong enough not to break. Revain has similar half-price straps that are probably just as good.