In search of a proper belt

[Finprof]

Good belts can be had from any of the better shoe companies. My dress belts are from Allen Edmonds as are most of my dress/work shoes. All are over 30 years old. My casual belt is from Dooney and Burke. They also make briefcases and purses. It is 40 years old and looks new. I wear it almost every day.

 

[wesheltonj]

Thank you, gentlemen! Already have a horween shell cordovan belt by Alden, and an Italian leather belt by Brooks Bros. headed my way--and am actively investigating all your other great recommendations.
Haven't even gotten started on upgrading casual belts...

Let me know how you like the Alden belt.

 

[Bullthrower338]

Having lost my ass in a couple divorces, I have to wear a belt everyday, even when I wear sweatpants! I’ve got a bunch of custom maker belts and love them. But I have started wearing NexBelts, they look great and hold a gun when you need to throw a Blackhawk on your belt. They ratchet and adjust easy. Cool product but I would much rather have my ass back!

 

[Tanks]

Interesting that a lot of belts that are being recommended are not what I'd call dress belts. I'd recommend Anson Belt & Buckle as an option where one can design one's own belts.

Premier Collection - Complete Belts

Made here in the USA with genuine Crocodile and Italian Calfskin, these belts are nothing short of extraordinary. Create your combination, pairing with any one of our many styles of buckles, today!

ansonbelt.com

 

[steve white]

Good belts can be had from any of the better shoe companies. My dress belts are from Allen Edmonds as are most of my dress/work shoes. All are over 30 years old. My casual belt is from Dooney and Burke. They also make briefcases and purses. It is 40 years old and looks new. I wear it almost every day.

I think I went wrong and actually got a Booney and Dork.

 

[CM McKenzie]

Clint Orms Silver Smith makes a pretty nice dress combo. He has a pretty extensive safari collection as well.

 

[mdwest]

Lots of good options out there for dress belts that vary greatly depending on taste and budget..

For a gun belt or a belt for hard use, Kramer is as good as it gets for holsters and belts…

Gun Belts/Buckles

www.kramerleather.com

I’ve got Kramer products that I’ve owned for 20 years at this point that are just as serviceable today as the day I bought them.. look great as well… they have literally been worn and used everywhere from the streets of DC to the rainforests of Brazil, and every possible place in between… and are still going strong…

 

[Tanks]

Clint Orms Silver Smith makes a pretty nice dress combo.

He also has just belts if you have your own buckle. Patrick Mavros took me to his booth at DSC so I could order a black belt to go with Patrick's buckles. Six weeks later it arrived and it is very nice.

 

[channelkat]

Lots of good options out there for dress belts that vary greatly depending on taste and budget..

For a gun belt or a belt for hard use, Kramer is as good as it gets for holsters and belts…

Gun Belts/Buckles

www.kramerleather.com

I’ve got Kramer products that I’ve owned for 20 years at this point that are just as serviceable today as the day I bought them.. look great as well… they have literally been worn and used everywhere from the streets of DC to the rainforests of Brazil, and every possible place in between… and are still going strong…

I really do like my Kramer products and wear my Kramer belt daily, but I do wish I could find a dressier buckle. To me it is a little on the casual side for true dress occasions.

 

[Woodcarver]

Big R, tack section. Even the big and tall can find a latigo that will reach. Leather punch and an awl will get you a custom fitted belt in a matter of minutes. Hint; get 2, 1 for dress, 1 for casual...