A great business/casual belt. I've been wearing it every day for a little less than a month, no problems so far. We'll see how it holds up in a few months or a year. Beautiful soft skin instantly. No need for air conditioning. size/fits well. Ordered size 40 and actual length to center hole is exactly 40 inches. Like all "off the rack" belts it should be one size larger than actual waist/trouser size ie if waist is 38 should order 40 etc. Gives you flexibility up or down. I don't understand the other complaints about being too tight. The description says 30mm which is just under 1 3/16". It may be "narrow" compared to other belts but it is clearly stated.