I use a belt I got at the 1500. Guys has a ton of them layed out for about 35 bucks each. Super heavy leather belt similar, I think, to the one phylodog posted...just cheaper. I've head 2. Neither has worn out. 2nd one was bought due to a size increase in my waist.
I know not everyone likes these, but I've been pleased with mine over the last few years. LAPG has a great deal on some blems right now.
5.11 Tactical 1.75" Operator Belt FACTORY SECONDS
for the money I don't recommend these. I own one and wear it still. But it has gotten soft after a year of use. 5.11 will not warranty it. I can crush it with my hand. The stiffness is gone. I'll go SOE next belt.
I cannot stand SOE and will do whatever it takes to avoid ever giving them a dollar!
I like the Are belt but wish they had some of the updates that the other belt makers are offering these days.
I know not everyone likes these, but I've been pleased with mine over the last few years. LAPG has a great deal on some blems right now.
5.11 Tactical 1.75" Operator Belt FACTORY SECONDS
for the money I don't recommend these. I own one and wear it still. But it has gotten soft after a year of use. 5.11 will not warranty it. I can crush it with my hand. The stiffness is gone. I'll go SOE next belt.
Had an old one, which was great. Lost some weight and bought a new one, and the new one is flimsy as all hell. Not the same product at all.