Updated Rating: I originally gave this belt five stars but after a few months of use I had to go back and downgraded it to two stars. Problem? The elastic is so stretched that it needs to be either constantly corrected or heavily tightened throughout the day. It's a shame because while it's very comfortable, it doesn't really do the job of a belt. Old review: I work with metal detectors all day, so I need a metal-free belt. I tried probably 20 different types and within an hour of wearing them I knew I had found them. The elasticity is much better than arcade band and the plastic buckle is quite stiff. In my opinion, 1.25 inches is the ideal belt size. In addition, it is super comfortable. I can't even tell if I'm wearing it. i buy another one