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Belt buckles that James Bond could use if he had Oprah’s bank account

NEWS – Yes, this is a belt buckle. I know it looks more like… well… I am not really sure what it looks like. But trust me, it’s a belt buckle for the very VERY rich. How rich? I’m not sure because I can’t find any up to date pricing. I found a 5 year old article from 2014 that mentioned $400,000. Yes, that’s a 4 followed by a lot of zeros.

Roland Iten design and makes these luxury belt buckles because he felt there needed to be a better way to adjust the tightness of the belt when you sit. To solve that problem, he created a collection of buckles that feature some crazy mechanics made of expensive materials as well as precious gems. Check out this video which shows how the buckles work.






You can learn more about these incredible belt buckles and other insanely priced gear that you will never own by visiting Roland Iten.

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Belt buckles that James Bond could use if he had Oprah’s bank account originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 22, 2019 at 11:51 am.

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It’s a “party in your pants”, or rather around your pants, with the Hidden Flap Belt

Hyddin has developed a Hidden Flap Belt in which the flap is stored on the inside of the belt or behind the belt. It may not be high tech, but it is a cool idea. Having the flap hidden ensures a slimmer profile and a tidier, more professional look. The belt is currently a Kickstarter campaign that will end on October 10. This is an all-or-nothing campaign, but no worries, they have already met their fundraising goal.

They have two types of belts available: the web belt (made from high-quality polyester) and the leather belt.

All of the belts have angle cut ends to “make them easier to tuck behind the belt.”  The web belts have added reinforcement with “ribbon finished holes” and come in solid colors or come with patterns.

The leather belts come in black or brown leather.

All belts are 1.5″ in width and come in different lengths to accommodate your size (30″ – 38″ long or custom made according to your needs). A single web belt is $35 and a single leather belt is $59. After pledging, you will have to wait for the campaign to end at which time you will be sent a survey where you will select the style(s) and size(s) of your belt(s). If this interests you, head over to the Hidden Flap Belt Kickstarter page to select your type of pledge.

Gosh, it’s simple ideas like this that make me say, “Now, why didn’t I think of that?”

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It’s a “party in your pants”, or rather around your pants, with the Hidden Flap Belt originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 25, 2018 at 10:00 am.

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Condor GT Cobra belt review

REVIEW – In my illustrious career, I’ve had EMT training and worked in a certain three-letter Federal agency, so “tactical” style clothing isn’t unfamiliar to me. This one from Condor caught my eye because it has that Cobra-style buckle, and is 100% non-metallic. Why is this interesting?

What is it?

The Condor GT Cobra Belt is a lightweight, two-layer belt with a quick release buckle.

Hardware specs

– 1½” nylon webbing (3000lbs tensile strength)
– Genuine COBRA® buckles by AUSTRIALPIN™(500lbs tensile strength)
– Three rows of stitching to increase belt stiffness
– Hook and loop secure belt end
– Made in the USA

S:    42″ Long, Waist 30 – 34
M:   48″ Long, Waist 36 – 40
L:   54″ Long, Waist 42 – 46

Comes in Black, Tan, Coyote Tan

What’s in the box?

Not much of a box, but you do get the belt in a plastic bag.

Design and features

The most distinctive feature is the Cobra buckle. Let’s see how this works.

The Cobra buckle consists of two halves that are released when you squeeze the two tabs. It makes a nice, solid “click” sound when you close the buckle. It is important to note that you will probably not be able to thread the belt through your belt looks fully assembled. The buckle is about 2-1/8″ wide. To thread the belt, you’ll need to remove the male end of the buckle first. It was an extra step at first, but the ease of unbuckling made up for the initial step.

The loose end of the belt is held secure against your waist via hook and loop (“velcro”). I’ve had other belts like this that require belt loops or belt keepers to prevent stray ends from flopping around. Not the case here!

Here’s the belt on my pants. Note how the width of the buckle is unlikely to fit through most belt loops.

What I like

Most of the Cobra buckles I see are metallic. This one is completely non-metallic, so it’s a little bulkier. However, this also means you can go through a metal detector without issue- unless TSA makes you remove it anyway. The tactile click when you snap it together is really neat.

What needs to be improved

Like I’ve mentioned, you have to remove the male end of the Cobra buckle before threading the belt through your belt loops. If you dislike this extra strap, this is not for you.

Final thoughts

I actually like the non-metallic buckle. Because it’s not painted, the buckle will keep looking sharp after lots of use. The hook-and-loop end keeps me looking sharp despite any belt excess. This one is a keeper in my wardrobe.

Price: $49.95 MSRP
Where to buy: Cobra Condor GT Belt
Source: The sample of this product was provided by Condor Outdoor Products.

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Condor GT Cobra belt review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 27, 2018 at 1:00 pm.

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READYMAN adds a low cost storage option to your belt

EDC fans love their gear, but sometimes they run out of pockets to carry that gear. READYMAN offers a genius solution. It’s their EDC Belt Sleeve and it adds a little extra storage space at your waist.

The READYMAN EDC Belt Sleeve is a low profile ballistic stretch nylon tube that fits over your existing belt. Just slide it on and now you have a grippy open-ended pocket for your flashlight, multi-tool, and more.

The EDC Sleeve lays flat when you’re not using it, so it doesn’t get in the way like some belt pouches.

At only $7, it won’t break the bank and it might free up a pocket. Head over to readyman.com for more info.

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READYMAN adds a low cost storage option to your belt originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on September 6, 2017 at 10:26 am.

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Become Batman with the KILLSPENCER Utility Belt

Why use your pockets when you can hang all your EDC gear from your belt? You know, like Batman. KILLSPENCER lets you live that dream with their new Utility Belt. See, they even used the same name.

The KILLSPENCER Utility Belt is a handcrafted, made in the USA (Los Angeles) bull hide leather belt that features 4 Pull-the-Dot locking button snaps that hold gear like keys, wallets, your phone, etc. The heavy-duty locking mechanism can only be released when pulled from a specific direction, so it can withstand extreme pressure to create an almost unbreakable system to keep your gear securely by your side at all times.

The KILLSPENCER Utility Belt is available only in black because that is Batman’s fave color. The belt can be purchased in 1.25 or 1.5 inch widths and waist sizes 26 up to 44. It’s priced at $155 through killspencer.com.

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Become Batman with the KILLSPENCER Utility Belt originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 20, 2017 at 9:18 am.

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