I love this belt. Very good. My last belt (the Stacy Adams Ostrich Embossed Genuine Leather Men's 32mm Belt) lasted almost 10 months. I have high hopes for this belt. My last belt was very hard. This belt does not exist. much more flexible which I think will prevent the "snapping" that would cause my last strap to die. The color of my last belt faded where it met the buckle after a few months. I didn't expect that from this belt. I will try to upgrade in 6 and 12 months and now I have high hopes.