This is by far the worst belt I have ever used. It only started tearing in two after 4 uses. I don't expect it to last for years but I expect at least 40-50 uses. I often use belts from different brands, from local to international. I've used many Calvin Klein belts of the same type and yes, after a period of time they start to wear out, especially the hole that you use the most (unless you lose and gain weight quickly, of course). . However, I have never seen a belt break in half. Soon I will have two skinny belts even though I only bought one lol. Are they badly glued? maybe not, and some manufacturers sew them together, which is a better solution. BUT should I check this as a consumer? Is that my responsibility? I'm actually searching but can't find anything good about this belt at all. I hope Kenneth Cole takes care of it, but I don't expect it. I have contacted Revain not to put this belt on sale so other buyers would not suffer, but they do not. Last thing for me is to warn you guys about this low quality product. DO NOT SPEND MONEY TO BUY THIS LOW QUALITY BELT.