Occidental Leather9525 M The Finisher™Set

Great product. Quality build, lightweight, and lots of compartments in a compact size. Only issue was the belt sizing. I am a 33 waist and ordered medium, but it fit to the second last hole with just jeans on (no cold weather gear). Would recommend going a size up for some leeway. All is removable from the belt as well, which works good if you want to put the pouches on a harness.

Love the belt everything I hoped it would be. It has great pockets for all the tools I use. Sits comfortably, i think it will be a great investment because of how long it should last.Only issue is a wish I would of gotten a large or XL. From what I read online the medium fits 31-33. I'm typically a 32 pants size but for cold weather outdoor work if I'm layered up I'd have a tough time putting on the belt. Only complaint.

The size of the tool belt lengths a couple of belt holes once break-in has happened. I was worried it was going to be too small from the first time I put it on..

I just got my Occidental “Finisher” Tool Belt a week ago. I feel comfortable writing a review so soon after purchase because the brands reputation of quality and longevity speaks for itself. My previous tool belt was the Dewalt DG5617 Pro Framers Tool Belt. I have nothing but good things to say about the Dewalt and it still has plenty of years of service left on it. I chose to make the switch because I went from doing primarily framing to doing a more renovations and finish carpentry. The thing I noticed first was the quality of the make and materials on the Occidental. Yes, it’s that good. It might be the nicest thing I own lol. When worn this belt sits high, just above my hips, is light weight even when fully loaded with hand tools, and is pretty compact for a tool belt. I understand the complaints people have made about the forward facing metal hammer loop on the right pouch. It probably should be leather considering this belt is intended for finish carpentry, but instead of cutting it off, like a fool, I wrapped it in electrical tape and now I have a non-marring hammer loop. The lack of a designated tape measure pouch hasn’t become an irritant for me yet. I’ve been using the smaller bottom/outside pouch on the right side. The Dewalt tool belt had a tape measure pouch located at the top and having it located there does make access to everything underneath it somewhat challenging. With that being said, if you think this set up might work for you then I recommend you buy it. It’s a great product

I am a contractor who does finish work about 75% of the time, and framing for the remaining 25%. I used to own a big canvas belt that worked well for framing but was too bulky for interior work. For the last year or so, I downsized to smaller leather aprons, but they are a bit too small and I haven't found one yet that can even stand up to basic everyday use. That being said, I have also never spent more than $50 on one of those leather aprons either. I've been eyeballing the OL belts for the last 6 months or so, but was never able to pull the trigger on a $200+ rig. A few weeks ago I finally realized that a belt like this is an investment, and considering I'm wearing it for 8-10 hours a day 5-6 days a week it would pay for itself in no time at all. The real kicker for me is that Occidental Leather offers 2 year warranty on their products, which offered me peace of mind.This belt is extremely comfortable, and is has enough space for everything I generally carry on me. It has plenty of pockets, so that everything has a home, and I even have pockets to spare as of right now. I will update this review in the future if I feel the belt is prematurely failing, but I can tell by the look and feel of the materials and craftsmanship that's gone into this belt that it will hold up just fine for my needs. As of right now 5 stars all the way!!