Make sure your waist is 4 inches larger than stated. I was concerned about the lack of stitching the full length of the belt, but when I received the belt it was half a cow. It was a really thick hide, a team of oxen could pull at it. When using it to carry items like Kydex holsters it borders on thickness. Not wide but thick. Remember. to deal with the thickness of the skin. I gave it 5* due to the extreme durability I know she will have and the cost. I am very happy with the much better support than my other belts I have had. Two straps snapped in less than 6 months, holes ripped and buckles just fell apart while wearing. broke one day right in the store. the same thing happened again. This belt won't do that, I guarantee it.