A piece of Art if the truth were known ! The quality of this belt is superb. The look and feel make it a pleasure to wear and lots of people have commented on the fantastic embroidery. If there was one downside it is that the belt is so stiff that the ends defy gravity for the first few times you wear it, but once it settles down it hangs great. I promised to treat myself to a great belt when i passed my shodan and i made the right choice with this one.