what a great belt the best belt i have ever seen was 1 1/2 inches wide and very thick this belt was needed for a gun holster so it must be quite heavy and this one and I think it's better than the custom belt that replaces the one that cost me $85. Guys who carry guns this is the belt you are looking for. It even came in a box and bag, all raped in paper and plastic, with an extra rivet and hole punch to make extra holes. Getting the brown to match black is great. Just get one and you'll agree it's ridiculously beautiful.