Great belt! The material is heavier than any seat belt if you doubt its durability. The aluminum buckle opens and closes perfectly with one hand and lasts longer than any zinc alloy fake. Watch the video to see how to thread the belt through the loops on your pants. The pawl is VERY secure. May not fit through the belt loops of some suit pants designed for tight belts, but will easily fit through the loops of all BDUs and most if not all cargo pants and similar pants and shorts designed for outdoor use.