What makes a good gun belt?

While you don't have to go fancy,you need to go sturdy and wide. I was told that I couldn't carry in shorts and a Tshirt by a few. Belt solved that. I would say go to a local army surplus or leo uniform shop. I think mine is a Boston leather, but I can't take it off an check right now because I'm wearing it
 
Thanks for the suggestions.

What I'm really trying to determine are characteristics of a good gun belt.

Does the leather need to be hard/rigid or just dense/solid/thick?
 
I just intend to use my built I get from a leathersmith. There's usually a guy at at the flea markets around here. I didn't use it for a gun, but my last belt lasted 8 years and I just wear it for work now because it's rough looking. Just got a new belt this month for $20 and is made very nicely. I wear it when I'm not at work and love it.
 
Intent of a carry-gun belt....

A well made or "proper" belt for carrying firearms/related gear should be lined or have a synthetic insert to be stiff enough to support the weight/size of the items.
Thickness isn't the main issue. If it's a quality, well made gun or duty belt, you should be able to wear it comfortablely for hours & it should last years.
Range or instructor belts made of high quality nylon can work too but be aware that the velcro(hook & loop) or metal buckles may wear over time/hard use.
Good brands have the edges lined or covered too. I've had a few nylon "duty" type belts fray or have stiching get loose. :(

CF
 
Two makers I use who I find make excellent quality ccw belts are Simply Rugged and Dillon leather. The Dillon belts are double thickness and are quite stiff at first. They never do get floppy. The Simply Rugged belts are single thickness steer hide and are much more comfortable without being flimsy. Both are fine. I wear the Simply Rugged belt about every day, but I used the Dilon one today. A belt made of proper leather, and cared for correctly does not need any type of insert to hold ccw gear securely. You simply are not toting around the same amount of gear a beat cop would. Fit and material are the key.
 
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