That's the case when you get what you pay for. The metal edges on the webbing will fall off after a few months of regular wear and you will need to use a lighter to melt the end to keep it from wearing out. I've stepped on the buckle once or twice after leaving it on the floor in my pants and had to pry it off with a screwdriver to get it to work. Despite these issues, I still use it as a belt when wearing jeans. As long as your expectations are as low as the price, you will be happy with this purchase.