For a $90 belt I expected a better quality of leather - this leather is durable and lightweight. I have belts that are half the price and have softer, firmer leather. The carbon fiber is ok but not the highest quality. However, this is the only US-made release strap that I can use during airport security (a daily occurrence for me). The strap runs approximately 1/2" to 1" down the long side. I ordered size 34. Thirty-four inches as measured by Taylor tape, this is the third hole out of six. Leaves too much extra strap for my liking. Exchange for a smaller size.