I love this belt. I have bought many straps from Amazon and other stores but they started to loosen after a month of use. I treated the belt with leather care immediately after receiving it. This made it more elastic and eliminated micro-scratches. Yes, I know most people like micro-scratches for the worn look, but I don't. Great belt. I don't think I will buy it again because it will be my last and I will give it to another lucky person after I have a nap.