I've had the belt for a month now and I'm very satisfied. Time will tell if they hold up, but I see no reason why not. I love having a belt that fits me perfectly no matter what pants I'm wearing. The ratchet mechanism that fixes the belt is of high quality. The release lever works well and it took some practice before it felt light and natural. I plan to buy a second one soon. 6 months later: I am still very satisfied. The leather of the belt is in excellent condition and shows no significant signs of wear. The metal buckle has some signs of wear, but these are not noticeable. Most importantly, the locking mechanism looks and works well. The metal latch never seems to wear out. The plastic strip to which the strap is attached shows no signs of wear. I am very comfortable.