I have only had the belt a few months, so I can't really judge its durability. The belt is somewhat stiff, but I was kind of expecting that in a jean belt. I found the sizing to be fairly true-to-size. Like other Bean products I have purchased in the past, I expect years of use and enjoyment out of this.
This belt is just OK. I have had better LL Bean belts. The Swift River Jean Belts were much better quality. The were softer, thicker and more comfortable. Plus the SRJB were $10 cheaper. Why did you get rid of those? I will keep the two I have but probably will not get these again. Bring back the SRJB.