how does it compare to the 5" belt
394610
Gives great support to the entire lumbosacral region. Worth the few extra dollars that you will spend.
394611
I don't because I have never used the 5" belt, but I have had back problems most of my life so I always prefer the little extra stability when doing shoulder presses.
1122525
I found the descriptions confusing too, but the large is definitely a different size than the small. Both have a grid of 3x3 post spacings, with 20 mm center-to-center spacing for the large and 13 mm center-to-center for the small. On the ones that I have, the small does not have variable spacers for the belt and fits best on a 1.25 in web belt (and won't fit on anyting larger than 1.5 in), while the large does have variable spacers for the belt and can fit much wider belts. I hope this information helps. I'm not sure if it matters from who you buy these, but neither of mine have any indication of manufacturer on them, but they work splendidly.
273762
Depends on how small, but it has a lot of range. One could always sew part of the belt into a loop to make it smaller.
1123622
yes the belt that I bought was the long one and it works perfectly, amazon saved me $30.00. over the J.D. dealer. :)
885523
Haven't experienced a problem with the locking system. Plastic is very thick, & sturdy. Given the correct size for your waist, the velcro is strong enough to keep the belt locked in place even when lifting heavy. I also own a heavy duty leather lifting belt as well, but this one is more comfortable because it doesn't pinch or seem to cut into my waist when I bend over. I also agree with the previous comment that if you plan to lift heavier than 500 lbs, you may prefer the security of the leather belt.
484823
I would recommend a small. It will provide you a good tight fit without a lot if excess belt getting in your way.
866810
Yes it did fit my 2" belt. But..I was very disappointed in this product; or at least the one I received. It was very cheaply made (fyi on this part of the question). If you plan to use it occasionally pulling your tool or knife out it would be ok. It didn't fit my Gerber (product was made too short to hold it securely) and as I use my Gerber so often that I didn't think it would last very long anyway so I disappointingly put this holder aside for some other use. For the money for this one from my experience on it; you get what you pay for but for what it's worth, I'm also disappointed at the silly cost of the original multi-tool pouch holders being unrealistically expensive; no luck to date finding a decent & affordable replacement.
590346
It basically narrows down from 1.5" to 1.25" at both ends of the belt. It gives the belt more of a dress belt appearance, however I wear mine with just about anything... Great belt for me so far.
305693
This sheath will slide on the belt if it's worn loosely. But if you sinch up your belt the sheath stays put. It fits up to a 1 3/4" belt. If it's a double thick belt, like the 5.11 instructor's belt, it won't slide at all.
808309
I got the small and I have a 25" waist and I think it fits pretty good. The leather is taking awhile to break in so it is difficult to snug up, but the more I use it the more I like it.
125450
Hum . . . . I can't really answer that question. I've had my belt 6 months or so. Sometimes I wore it for several hours several times a day, and then I didn't wear it at all for weeks. I will say that this is a quality made belt, and that it should last a long time! Looking at some of the other comments, I'll say that it's very important to position the belt correctly and you don't need a lot of pressure for it to be effective. It helped me get over my sacorillac problems!
1484746
I really do not see any difference. I use mine rarely. The Velcro has ruined my bathing suit. The belt also rides up during all the jumping in the water aerobics class, no matter how tight I pull it.
230451
Possibly the smaller. I am 5.2 and 140 and I use the 42 inch. It seemed big at first but the larger size makes it easier to keep going. I have lost several inches from my waist .
2278951
agreed with frank lacy. v groove belt 1/2" or 5/8". whatever length you need.
828655
I can't completely answer that but will share my experience. Maybe it will be helpful. When I wear the belt I do sweat under the belt. I have noticed that my skin is smoother and believe that if I wore it regularly I would loose inches.
629603
They all work the same the only difference is how comfortable you are in the water as well as if you don't panic. Further, I am not sure the circumference of the belt. Just don't get the child sizes as they will be too small, any of the adult sizes will work for you.
885524
I'm a powerlifter and generally big guy...and it holds up well and has a more adjustable fit (and better fit in my opinion because of that) over regular belts.