I don't know of this is cheap or not but I use & like the 5-11 Trainers and Operators belts. I have one of each & they do fine for my EDC. Priced about $40 each.

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I was going to write a review, but I'm glad to see jrobin's comment. I just bought a 5.11 Operators belt today at Cabela's for $39.99. So far I really like it. It's much stiffer than the trainer's belt. A good belt makes a HUGE difference.

Mrtimm

 

Concealed Carry Gun Belt, Trakline Men's, No-Holes, Ratchet Gun Belt

I can only help a little. But this is one I found that I want to get, it's a good price for as far as gun belts go. Or I would suggest armour belt. Mikes a great guy and gets you the product fast, not cheep but very reasonable price and great quality. I have one and love it

 

Stormrider makes a good belt but its $45. Nice thing is that there is no buckle so you can carry at any clock position. Worth the $5 I'd say.

 

You certainly don't want something cheap, rather something inexpensive.

GeorgiaCarry

 

Hanks clothing has Amish made gun belts for $40 or so delivered.

 

Took the words right out of my mouth. If you're looking for a leather gun belt ~$40, that's probably your best bet.

 

I have a Hanks belt, recently purchased. They are available through Amazon. It seems sturdy, I have no other gun belts to compare it to.

 

Wrangler makes some nice leather belts which sells at Wallmart for an incredibly low price of just $12. I got one.
wrangler mens leather belt - Walmart.com

 

When I first started to carry, I too had the inexpensive belts like those at Walmart. I heard for years, that a good thick gun belt made a huge difference, I was hesitant to take this advice. I am now giving it, to those that will listen, it does make a big difference.

 

Check out Tractor Supply.
I bought one there several years ago. It's still in use. Think I paid around $25.

 

Volund Gearworks Atlas G-hook belt.

$50 bucks so a bit over budget but I've heard good things. Similar in material and design to the Ares Gear Ranger belt I use but about half the price due to using the G-hook instead of a Cobra buckle.


http://store.volundgearworks.com/index.php/volund-gearworks/atlas-ghook-belt.html

 

You're just going to end up spending more in the long run. You may as well buy a good belt the first time.

 

I've always worn Ruger and Cabelas belts. Inexpensive and no problems.

 

I have brown and black Wrangler double perforated belts that I bought at WalMart about twenty-five years ago. They work great for me with a government model 1911 in a pancake style holster.

Wrangler Men's Double Perf - Walmart.com

 

No. These aren't gun belts. People suggesting they work simply have no experience with a real gun belt.

I have real gun belts that I never wear. The Wrangler belts are much more comfortable and hold my government model 1911 in a pancake holster nice and tight.

If you own a gun belt then you should understand the difference in stiffness between it, and a cheap Walmart dress belt.

Hang a full size gun on it for awhile or get it soaked with sweat and get back to us on how good it is.:wink:

I bought them at WalMart around 1992 and have carried a government model 1911, a Glock G20, or a 4" S&W 29-2 .44 magnum revolver plus reloads since then. They are still comfortable and keep my guns nice and tight. I bought real gun belts around 2006 because the internet said they are mandatory to carry a gun. They are still on the top shelf in my closet.

 

I have each of these and like the Uncle Mikes Nylon over the Leather one-YMMV

DeSantis Style E25 Econobelt SALE E25BJ44Z3, E25BJ34Z3, E25BJ32Z3

New Uncle Mike's Reinforced Instructor's Belt Large Black 1 5" Wide 87681 | eBay

 

I've tried Walmart belts for years, and none of them lasted long. The holes stretched/widened out, the stitching came undone, a rivet broke off, the belt ripped, etc.. I noticed that I was buying a new $15 belt every year or so.

Anyway, now I wear real gun belts, and not only do they last, but if something not normal wear and tear should brake, most gun belt companies will fix or replace it free of charger (even after the initial 30 day s of ownership).

I second Hank gun belts. Hank's The Gunner belt is a highly recommend and popular inexpensive belt. It has a lifetime return policy, and is going fr $39 right now. Use the promo code "WORKHARD" by 12AM EST tonight to get an extra 15% off.

 

Akers.com has Kydex insert belts for right at 40$, I've had mine for some time now and shows no signs or wear.

 

I second this. I have had mine for 6 months now and it is by far the best belt I've had.

 

You certainly don't have to spend a fortune on one. I have worn a bull hide gun belt and now wear a cabela's belt, not designated as a gun belt because I shrunk out of my bull hide belt. I really find no difference, I have to use suspenders with both if I don't want to keep pulling up the britches. Not as bad now that I carry the g 43 instead of the g 19 but if I am going to be out for an extended period of time I wear the suspenders.

 

Amazon.com: Uncle Mike's Tactical Two-Layer Nylon Reinforced Instructor's Belt (Large, Black): Sports & Outdoors
I have one of these as a back up to my BIGFOOT GUNBELT(Those are worth the money)

 

I make my own from blanks I get from Tandy leather. They will eventually wear out like anything else made on this planet but it takes a long time.

 

Appreciate all the responses!!!...went ahead & ordered a DeSantis Econo Belt 1.5" from CheaperthanDirt for $16.76 plus SH $6.03, ended up paying $22.79 total...https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/desantis-econo-belt-15-width-size-44-bonded-leather-powder-coated-buckle-black-e25bj44z3-792695316671.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=Search..my first "real" gun belt and will see how it holds.......might also buy this next, just wondering if a 1.5" to a 1.25" wide will actually matter....https://www.lehmans.com/p-2828-amish-made-casualwork-leather-belts-1-14-in-wide.aspx?utm_medium=shoppingengine&utm_source=googlebase&utm_campaign=73132&zmam=32933335&zmas=1&zmac=1&zmap=73132&gclid=Cj0KEQjw8-GtBRCMl7m54PzgjNQBEiQAIZckv9mEIh3a0RyvPXNEEZM3WftgvbGBVXz5AXMaWb4aP1EaAo1n8P8HAQ

 

You bought something from a company that gouges firearms owners at a moments notice (cheaper than dirt). Lots of others vendors carry that belt, next time, look elsewhere please.

 

I have found over the years that you get what you pay for.

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I have owned two belts in my sixteen or seventeen years of carrying.

The first belt was made by the Don Hume holster company.
This belt was made of thick quality leather and a quality buckle but it was not lined or stiffened in any manner.I think the cost was in the fourty dollar range.

The belt i have now is from Mikes Better Belts USA.
It also has quality components but has thicker leather, heavier stitching and a liner for stiffness.

It really is a day and night difference .

Whatever belt you decide on make sure it is lined for stiffness and stitched heavily.
Without these two things all you have is another belt to hold up your pants.

 

Like most anything else---you get what you pay for.

 

I agree with that but most SDers will disagree with you....some including me get free items thru the site and still even complain, LOL

 

I know I'm a little late to the party, but I recently bought one of these:
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=171317289148&alt=web

Thus far, it's a great belt...especially for the price. It stands up to my other leather gun belts, as far as quality and thickness are concerned. Even the Mrs. has commented on how nice it looked.

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If you are lucky enough to live within driving distance of a Mennonite saddle maker like I am, you can find a super thick incredibly sturdy embossed belt for $25. It's 1 1/2" wide and just a smidge under 3/4" thick. I hope one of my kids or grandkids likes it when I'm gone because I'm sure it will be be in great condition.

Gramps (hubby) has a plain smooth leather one he bought a few years ago for $20 and it looks brand new - all the time! I had ordered a custom holster for my S&W Model 10-5 and noticed that embossed belt when we went to pick up the holster when it was ready. Lucky me!

 

The wilderness tactical frequent flyer or 3-stitch can be found for right around $40. I have the 5-stitch, which I got just a little more and really like it.