I've only had this item a few months and the buckle broke right away. I previously had a similar Levi's belt that lasted 3 years but this particular belt broke with minimal use. It happened at the most inopportune moment when I was on a business trip just before my presentation! Needless to say I had to keep my pants in place for an hour, the worst time because everyone could see what I was doing! My other Levi belt was made in Mexico and the one that broke was made in China. Levy is ruining his reputation with this low quality junk.