Hired Hand TM is the belt brand I am reviewing. This was the best leather belt I have bought in the last 10 years. I've paid twice as much for belts from brands that haven't even lasted a year, they're 18 months old and still holding together, yes they show signs of everyday wear and you need to add 3 inches to your size as I nocona Ordered Men's Mercenary Brown Woven Belt, filled out the list again and just received the package. This is the same belt manufacturer that made the M&F Western Men's braided leather belt and yes, it is made in China under the Hired Hands brand name.