This belt is definitely one of the best purchases I have ever made. I'm a big guy and I need a big belt. Finding a belt that A) fits and B) is comfortable was a headache. I found this and bought it without hesitation and I never look back. This makes my work pants feel like jogging pants and allows me to move freely without tight spots or a stiff leather belt. I can imagine that the elasticity of this belt will decrease after a few years, but the price is not an issue.