I'm a slender build guy with a rapid metabolism that effects my waist size. If I skip dinner I lose a notch, if I eat a big dinner, I gain a notch. I've always had to drill holes in my belts to add more notches due to my waist seemingly changing week to week. I hated the belts metal buckle always clinking when putting it on. This new ratchet belt is a miracle & exactly the kind of belt I've needed and always wanted. No clinking and the ratchet buckle are amazing & strong. You can easily cut the belt & re-clamp the buckle to adjust it for your size. The ratcheting it very quiet with a QD lever. So glad I found it & bought one. I'll likely be buying several more to have backups in various colors. The quality is amazing for the money & the belt fits all my pants with small belt loops, where my others needed to be forced into them. Buy one you will not be disappointed! Great as a gift too!