[corey541]

Ok so for you smaller guys needing a decent belt

http://www.lapolicegear.com/511-tactical-leather-casual-belt-plain.html

$3! but they only have small left, and unfortunately that just won't cut it for me.

 

[The Math Teacher]

$3! but they only have small left, and unfortunately that just won't cut it for me.

You and me both brother.
:lol: :lol:

 

[corey541]

I'm thinking about getting 2 to put together

 

[HydroAuto]

Just a head's up on those belts, they are pretty stiff due to a white plastic insert sandwiched between two pieces of thin leather veneer. The edge of the belt is coated with something that I would liken to brown/black latex paint... and as such it scratches off fairly easily (exposing the bright white plastic) particularly if you are using a holster with plastic clips. You can touch it up with a sharpie so it isn't so obvious, but there's a reason the belts are so cheap.

 

[45_Fan]

Others, same deal, slightly different look.
http://www.lapolicegear.com/511-tactica ... seout.html
And in basket weave for $2 more.
http://www.lapolicegear.com/5tabalebe.html

I second HydroAuto's evaluation and add a few things.
1. The backing is leather-like. Looks and feels more like this material but seems durable.
2. The color is entirely from a paint over a natural leather veneer. The color does not share the same durability as the rest f the belt.
3. The screws and buckle are heavy enough to withstand a decent amount of abuse.

Overall, the one I wear daily has been worth well more than I paid for it (came free with pants) and it gets the job done, but it isn't the same quality as some of the custom made belts people brag about here.

 

[HydroAuto]

Yeah, I paid $12 for mine (no pants), and am still wearing it regularly, but I also hit it with a sharpie & shoe polish regularly. I think I'm pretty close to getting my money's worth out of it. If they had my size, I'd probably get a couple at $3 for sure.