First off, the craftsmanship on this belt is impressive. The stitching is precise, and the buckle feels solid with a nice rustic touch. It arrived in a gift-ready box, which was a pleasant surprise.

However, the leather smell is INTENSE. Like 'clear-the-room' intense. I had to hang it outside for weeks before it became bearable. If you're sensitive to smells, this might be a dealbreaker.

The sizing advice was spot-on - ordering one size up worked perfectly for me. After breaking it in, it's become my go-to belt for jeans and casual wear.

Would I buy again? Maybe... but only if they fix that overpowering tanning smell issue first.