First off, the size - I wear a 34" waist in Levi jeans, ordered a 34" belt and it's on the penultimate hole. If I had to do it again I would order a 36" and cut the strap as shown in the instructions. I'm pretty sure it's high quality leather and not full grain. stretches and doesn't take conditioner that well on like my saddleback.The buckle is good I would have preferred a slightly thinner finish but it's a good weight and a friend said it looks nice.All in all a nice belt that for the price will revitalize my business. Determining belt size is such a chore, but at least these guys will let you modify it, if it lasts a few years it's a good buy.