Nexbelt EDC Tactical Ratchet Belt – 1.5" Black Nylon, Quick-Release, Adjustable for Appendix Carry, Fits Up to 50" Waist

I updated this a few times - read until the end:I like the ratcheting belts as it can tighten incrementally. I have a number of ratcheting belts from another company but wanted to try out the Nexbelt based on internet comments.Pros:Buckle size is a plus - 1.5" wide on the front and back, so arguably will work well for appendix carry. The quality of the outer material of the belt is nicer and feels more EDC than the mil-spec nylon-feel of other companies belts. Black and red ratcheting is a lovely color combo as well, albeit you don't see the red portion. The "click" sounds more mechanical like a watch-part than a iron-factory cog. Belt is sized up to 50", but you need about 4" for carrying a firearm so this will fit up to 46"-ish waists if you carry.Cons:The rigidity is less than the other well known ratcheting belt brand, though it is better than other Amazon choices. In comparison, I feel like I have to cinch this belt uncomfortably tighter at first, otherwise it slips by the end of the day. No belt loop for the excess. For the average EDC carrier, this isn't an issue as your size is consistent. However for conceal carry carriers the belt could flex in dimension throughout the day for on/off, so if your leftovers doesn't align with your pants belt loops, this excess could be annoying. Fortunately the other well known brand sells simple velcro belt loops if you need it (I have extras from mine).Price: I paid $69 a week ago, currently on Amazon $79, on their website direct $59 (likely plus tax and shipping). It's not any less expensive than the alternative - it is on par.Overall I would choose this if I need to carry appendix (I carry 3:00) or want an EDC belt with a more fashionable look. It otherwise is functioning like the other ratcheting brand and the decision to go with company would be arbitrary, not because the belt is better than the alternative.Edit: after over six months of use, I would say this belt is fantastic. Skip the other Nexbelt models and the other brands - this one is comfortable, and the buckle is the ideal size, albeit a little thick. I have had no issues and the slipping must have been user error as I don't run into issues since. The rigidity is still less than the other major brand, but it still works solid. My other brand sits in a drawer and hasn't resurfaced since. If this belt wore out, I would just buy another and not even bother pulling the other brand out of the drawer...that's how much I like this belt now. Already picked up the tan one as a back up.Edit2: May 30th 2022, almost 1year 2months to the day I bought it, the button snapped off and fortunately I was in my walk-in closet when it happened, and not out and about. Without that button, you cannot take off the belt. But if you insert the part, you could take it off. Fortunately I have the tan one and Amazon Prime has these in a day turn around. The black one was my daily belt for 99% of that year and 2 months and got a lot use. Unfortunately parts are only warranties for a year. I'm going to see if NexBelt will fix the buckle.Edit 3: Regarding Nexbelt issue in 2022, I did reach out to them and they did send me a new buckle which is why I have continued to stay with them.Edit 4: Oct 2024, I have a few of these belts now and I stopped using the other brand because this buckle is extremely comfortable. I tend to wear them out after a year or two, which isn't band, but compared to traditional leather belts this may be sub par to you. I recently took the belt form the other brand and tried it out so it appears the belt itself is compatible, which is a bonus as NexBelt does not offer this Supreme Carry version is any other colors besides tan and black, and the other brand sells the belt itself separately. One thing to note is when I disassembled the older belt, I noticed that the screws have a set-screw tip, but at some point I got an actual set screw with a spike tip (probably with the replacement). This would be better for the setup as the set screws just pin the belt, whereas the spike pierces through it and would retain it much better. I'm not sure if the newer belts come this way, but they should.

I've tried a bunch of belts over the years and I have found that the ratcheting ones work the best for EDC, especially when carrying in the appendix position. When sitting or after a meal, you can easily and discreetly loosen the belt to make it more comfortable and then you can do the same when tightening, all through the shirt without having to lift it up and look while operating. Very nice, easy and most importantly, discreet. Thicker belts are less comfortable than traditional belts, but this one is more comfortable than a war/range belt. A perfect blend of comfort and strength needed for holding the weight of my conceal carry.On top of all the benefits listed above, a huge selling point for me for this particular Nexbelt was the size of the buckle. Because I carry in the appendix position, I slide my buckle to the left on the other side of the belt loop above my left pocket, so the front area of my pants doesn't protrude out and print more than necessary. The back base or frame of other Nexbelts are much longer, so the back of the buckle would dig into my left hip and cause pain and sores. This belt's buckle is much shorter and more compact, so it does not dig into my hip at all. Very pleased. I wish someone had left a review like this before I bought my countless other belts.

So I haven't tried other reinforced CCW belts like this one before, I've just used standard dress belts or cloth belts tied down pretty tight. However, I was wanting something with a better, more consistent draw when I train as well as a belt that could hold up to the larger and heavy weapons that I've started training with more recently. And, at least as compared to what I was using before this Nexbelt has been far superior for that purpose.The belt is quite sturdy and feels very well built. I usually wear mine daily now so that I can determine how durable it will be in the long run (both as a CCW belt and as a daily use belt). This belt helps to provide a very consistent draw and doesn't shift under the weight of larger weapons. The narrow belt buckle works great with all the appendix holsters I own.As a daily wearing belt, even without my CCW, this belt has been comfortable enough as compared to my other dress and cloth belts. I can sit and work at my cube for the whole day and have not yet noticed any abnormal stresses on myself caused by the belt.There are a few things to note however. First: looks. I like how this looks. When compared with some other "tactical" products this doesn't come off as over-the-top as some can. That being said, it doesn't look a standard dress belt so it may stick out in public or at work if you have it showing (shirt tucked in).Next is the rigidity. The only time this has been a bit bothersome to work around is when I use the restroom as it gets in the way without being held by either lifting it up and forcing it to the sides (which also pulls the entirety of your pants since it is rigid all through out). This isn't a flaw persay since the belt is meant to be rigid, just something to note.Last is the noise. The mechanism that tightens the belt is audibly clicky and very much noticeable by others around you if you make adjustments OR when closing up the belt (like in the restroom). Again, not a flaw, just a part of the design. But this is probably the main thing of note for when you are wearing this belt around others daily. A easy work around I've don for this is to hold down the release button when closing the belt and tightening the belt to where I want it. Then, letting go of the button and making sure that the mechanism has engaged with the track and making any last adjustments. Doing it this way either makes no noticeable noise or only a small click or two, as opposed to clicking through the entirety of the track.All this being said, I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good belt to use with their CCW and is serious about wanting something that will make a difference to their training.

Very comfortable and sturdy. Holds gun holster in place and doesn’t move. Belt is a little stiff but holds its shape. I use one for work and my every day carry.

Very comfortable, very sturdy, holds my different holsters securely. I have no issues, and love the ratchet buckle. Now I'm getting ready to buy the brown one. Worth the money!