Ratchet Belts · Ratchet Nylon Work Belt
Ratchet Nylon Work Belt, Black
★★★★★ 4.6 from 4,259 ratings
The work belt takes the ratchet mechanism and puts it on webbing stiff enough for a tape holder and a phone pouch. Black is the version most people buy for the job site: it ignores dirt, and the zinc buckle keeps the strap exactly where you set it at seven in the morning. 4,259 ratings average 4.6.
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What matters on this one
Ratchet precision
The buckle grips the webbing in fine steps. Set the tension once and it does not loosen as the day goes on.
Trigger release
Push the trigger, pull the strap free. Faster than any pin belt when you are getting changed in a car park.
Webbing that carries
The nylon is thick enough to hold pouches upright without rolling. It is a work strap first, a casual belt second.
Sized like the riggers
Small to XXX-Large, waist 30 to 58 inches. The full chart is below.
Size chart as printed
| Size | Pant waist | Strap length |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 30 to 36″ | 45″ |
| Medium | 36 to 42″ | 49″ |
| Large | 42 to 46″ | 53″ |
| X-Large | 46 to 50″ | 57″ |
| XX-Large | 50 to 54″ | 61″ |
| XXX-Large | 54 to 58″ | 65″ |
Between two sizes, or between two charts? The size finder reads them all at once.
From the reviews
Quoted word for word from buyer reviews of this listing.
★★★★★So far it's the perfect EDC belt
About me - I've been an "EDC" guy for many, many years now. Currently EDC a Shield 2.0 strong side hip in a kydex IWB with a spare mag OWB. If I'm dressed, it's with me. I wear a 34" waist size and typically buy pants and shorts a size larger to allow for IWB carry. I ordered this belt in a size medium. It arrived nicely packaged and boxed up, it includes a small drawstring carrying pouch. Following the directions, I trimmed 2" off which still allows for a perfect fit. I could probably take off another inch or so, but it's fine now as is. First off I was impressed by how stiff this belt was in terms of vertical rigidity, probably due to the repeating ridges that allow it to ratchet. An EDC belt has to be rigid to support weight and keep things where they belong, consistently. So far, so good. Operation is simple. Feed it through and pull it to tighten, it ratchets and locks in place automatically. Where this belt really shines is the ability to adjust it on the fly. The small lever on top of the buckle unlocks the ratchet and allows you to loosen the belt. I found that that it works extremely well for minute adjustments. You can quick - click the lever and it will release one notch at a time allowing you to instantly dial in the perfect fit. Time will tell as far as durability and longevity, but for the low price, especially compared to similar "name brand" belts, I'd be happy if it lasts a year and I'd buy it again. In fact I'm probably going to buy a second one just to have a spare. Five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Edit: Update, I bought a second belt in Coyote and they are both in regular rotation now.
★★★★★Great belt for great price
I have bought three of these now. It is my go-to belt. I like how easy it is to use and quick to put on and take off. Very secure when on. I like that it is not stretchy so keeps clothes up and shirt tucked in.
★★★★★Highly Recommended
I wasn't looking for a tactical belt, just one that looks good and fits snugly. I really like the way this belt can be tightened in very small increments with a sort of ratchet mechanism, unlike traditional buckle belts with holes. When I wore it for the first time, the release mechanism was unfamiliar and I had to fiddle around. Now opening it is second nature. I also like the simple way it can be shortened if necessary. This belt is unlike anything I've worn before and now it's my daily belt. Highly recommended.
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