Yes, they are! I do not use the loops, prefering to use the clips on the waistband. Works with or without a belt. This is a nice feature with jeans. The wide supports fore and aft make for a very stable and thin platform. Holds the weapon against the back reducing the printing of the weapon. The added tuckablity is icing on the cake. I actually forget I have it on sometimes. Really! I own two of them. If you want one, you better hurry. I ordered direct from Sparks and took delivery 6 weeks from the date ordered. I ordered extra clips in blue and khaki for my jeans and khaki trousers. Everything came as ordered. The new AH has a nice article on the VM2. I have a feeling that the lead time will increase after this is seen by more people. Tony, who is the force behind Sparks, has stated this is the real deal and a personal favorite.(GunSpot Forum)