I rarely wear belt. I bought couple cheap belt from the markets, last about 6 months. I dont know how to choose a good belt, what features etc
What is your favourite belts? What ‘must haves’ when getting a belt? Genuine leather?
Apology for bad grammar. I am happy to be corrected
What did you just say? Are you trying to start something?
I'm positive iforgotmysocks is trying to start something.
Why not try octopus straps?
I haven't met an octopus who is willing to lend me theirs.
Dude, he's ragging on your belt
You're assuming OzBargainers wear pants?
Genuine leather is rubbish. Won’t last.
Current belt I’m using is full grain leather. Wear is great compared to the genuine leather ones I’ve had in the past which wear out in like 6-8 months (daily use).
Have a look at https://www.businessinsider.com.au/what-is-genuine-leather-2…
I've seen them at Kmart recently, but had them for years - the stretchy woven elastic ones
As a skinny bugger, almost every leather belt doesn't have enough small holes, and these being elastic are super comfy.
I've been using this type for years now. They last ages and also fit fat bastards like me.
R M Williams leather belts. Buy on clearance. I've had mine for around 20 years. Not cheap but high quality leather, and solid brass buckles.
I’ve only had my RM belts for 3 years (2 dress belts, one casual) but looking like they will last a very long time. Need to buy one size up from your waist, eg if you wear 34” pants you’ll want a 36” belt
My RM Williams belt lasted at least 10 years before it snapped, due to a little excessive wear at a certain point and just clean snapped. I'm sure it would have lasted much longer, you might pay 50% more, But you get a belt that last 1/3 of your lifetime, worth the extra 50 bucks.
Adds a touch of class too! Just don't wear an akubra aswell, too much….
Do these work with business/office pants? In the pictures they look kinda thick cowboy looking belts.
Wore these belts with chinos and moleskin trousers, that were acceptable wear at my worksite. Appearance depends upon the buckle chosen, simple is best for office environment.
Just purchased one on special from Iconic, found one with a subtle looking buckle, should go well in the office :)
I don't work in formal office spaces, always work outdoorsy jobs. I can't see why not though, add a bit of character to your look although the country bumpkin theme might not be your look!
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I have a canvas weave belt with a pewter clamp buckle (instead of holes) that I got about 20 years ago. Very solid and comfortable for almost everyday wear (depending on the shorts of jeans I wear).
I got sick of all the so called leather belts ripping at the hole you put the clasp into, and as weight varies I found a woven type belt for 20 that is stretchy and very adjustable just drag to correct size and push tongue of clasp through the weave it then locks and I have no problems
I got a couple of Grip6 belts through their kickstarter a few years ago, the belts are still going strong. A lot of options to mix and match belts and buckles. Good for a minimalist style belt.
I got one too and it has been my go-to belt for all pants types for about a year. No holes means no fixed positions so I can adjust it as needed, ie: after a big lunch or if I drop a few kilos (still working on that!).
Husband went through so many cheap / medium price belts over the years. About 3 years ago he got a "smart belt" off Kickstarter, it's still going strong. Here's the brand he got. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1410511531/smart-belt-u…
$4 items from $2-style discount stores have always worked just fine for ages.
Go to a proper men's outfit…. what do you expect from a market?
Depending on where you live, you should be able to get a local leatherworker to make a custom belt that will last you a lifetime. I wear one made of English bridle leather and a brass buckle and it's been going strong for nearly 5 years now, with just the occasional conditioning needed.
I got an automatic belt from the COWATHER Official Store on AliExpress. Like new after 3 years, but I haven't worn it much for the last year!
Photos looks nice. I will try this one first.
Real leather (not 'genuine leather' from kmart/target that delaminates in a month.
I've got two from the Belt Man, a guy operating out of Qld. Service has been great, belts have been awesome (daily wear to the office 2 yrs, alternating days) and they look as good as new. Price was very reasonable.
Good to see Australian made. I just need to find a bit more fashionable buckle. Did you get buckle from them too?
Yep, Aussie made the way to go.
I got the buckle too, it's simple and understated. I think a big or 'fashionable' buckle is a bit of a faux pas these days personally.
these look good!
What Is OzBargain Favourite Men’s Belt?
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orion belts are good and well rated on reddit too. you can find them on ebay. i have a really good on ei wear with jeans and am looking at picking up one of their more formal belts too
Ratchet belts are on all my work trousers.
Dirt cheap from Aliexpress. Leather lasts a year to three, but at $20 easy and cheap to replace.
Thanks, just about to buy, then all the WFH thingy. I dont think I need a belt to go to work anymore
Gap brown leather belt. It holds my pants up and goes with all my countless brown shoes.
Got a bridle leather belt with a brass buckle recently from a leatherworker in Darwin: www.instagram.com/ninandesigns/
Amazing quality and I'm sure will last me a decade.
Very happy with my belt from Eternal Leather Goods - "Vegetable tanned leather dress belt made with thick 4mm Italian vegetable tanned leather (~10oz). Solid brass buckle and Chicago screws for maximum durability." ~$65 shipped. Still looking great after 3 years of wear.
Bought a couple from kmart last Dec 2021.
Prices were from $3, $5 and $7.
If they last more than a year each I am happy.
It was about $41 + $10 delivery for 7 belts.
so $51 divide by 7 is about $7.30 per belt and of they last 12 months that is about 60 cents per month.. or 2 cents a day lol
The one that broke before I got this I think was from St Vincents or the Salvation army basically a thrift shop and that lasted me I think a good solid 18 months and was definitely under $10.
I use a set of jumper leads as a belt.