Are the buckles US made of 4340 steel, tempered to RC 38-42 or import pot metal?
984273
I really don't know. But I have been using this brand since OIF 1 and it hasn't failed me yet. I only bought this because my belly just couldn't get any bigger and I had to get a larger size belt (sit ups and cardio wasn't working for me). I'm sure if you contact Spec-Ops they'll be more than happy to answer your question. Please keep us updated when you have the answer.
984274
I honestly do not know that answer. But what I can tell is I only use these 5:11 belts. I use them on a regular basis and they haven't failed me yet. I am have been wearing one of these belts for about 5 years already without a problem
1425690
Oneida's website says USA and they guarantee their pattern availability for life. Their flatware is forged at Oneida Foundries Melco Inc in Oneida, NY (www.thomasfoundry.com). I couldn't find anything that cites where the steel came from though. Made in USA doesn't always equate to the raw materials sourced in the USA. For example, most American cars are made in North America but the parts come from international sources. There are others that are assembled in Mexico but have a good chunk of parts made in the USA. Still, if you have any questions about the brand you should contact their customer service rather than rely on a random post on Amazon. Really, anyone can say anything. http://www.oneida.com/customerservice/contact-us/
292313
Unfortunately it is not made in the USA. As much as I prefer to buy USA sometimes I stray when I see real quality at a price that is really better. I have purchased GearWrench products in the past and it is very high quality construction. No mystery metal here.
194915
Steel This thing is built tough, if you want to know specific about the buckle ,, it is a alpine cobra buckle. You can look up the buckle online as it is used on many other devices besides this belt.
529190
There are no markings on the sizer to tell for sure what it's made from. I'm not a metallurgist but I scraped the inside of one of the rings and there was no difference in the color of the metal, the rings are very sturdy and don't bend easily, so my guess is that it's chrome plated stainless steel. Hope that helps.
1603738
Made in the US. As to where the steel is sourced from, also very likely US.
1810380
I am quite certain what I bought is NOT made in China. These are very sturdy improvements over the original.
560895
I was curious so I pulled mine out and looked at them, it doesn't say. The IR website doesn't say. Some other vendors don't say either. I will say I am satisfied with them and have no issues. The engraving seems to hold fairly well, i have abused a couple of these in tight fits and its scraped up but the lettering is recessed, so while its damaged, its not like it comes off. They may be made in USA, I have no idea but the quality is far above cheap import sets you find at the import tool stores.
1439208
Good question. These are not 440 Stainless steel hardened tips and they are from China.
2160027
China. when you see metal 8Cr13MoV it is chineese metal. I also purchased a Spyderco (not byrd) with Chineese steel it is OK but not that great. If you can buy the one that has japaneese steel I will go for that. At the end of the day it depends what you need it for. the japaneese steel stays sharper... hope that helps
343742
The buckles are just decorative. There are snaps behind them. I pulled the snaps and replaced them with magnetic closures.
985838
They are mild steel and are about 3/8" when fully compressed. They can be good for 1/2" or less sizes. These "are" the rings that you want if your're doing auto upholstery, because they are very sharp and will cut through the tough fabric. Don't try and use "fencing" hog rings.
285867
The hardware certainly is. The rest of the belt... Unknown. There are no certification labeles at all on the belt. The cobra buckles are an industry standard for strength. I regularly use them in life safety applications. The belt feels strong enough that I would not hesitate in an emergency to use it as a rescue belt but I would not rely on it as a working harness of any sort.
1387590
Yes. The buckles are all brushed stainless steel and very sturdy. The quick-clips on the front are extra heavy duty plastic and have performed for me flawlessly including today when my camera assistant and me went through all of my bags like these several times during the course of shooting a season wrap party for the cast and crew of Hawaii 5-0 here in Honolulu at Cycle City Ltd. I wish I had a way to post a couple of pics for you to show you both the bag versatility and the results of today's photo shoot!
2206365
Maxam KTFLKBKL Maxam 3oz Genuine Leather Wrapped Stainless Steel Belt Buckle Flask This buckle flask is 4Oz.
628630
sorry if this is too late, but our particular set came with the 3/8 inch buckles. all in good shape.
1554556
I no longer have the packaging so I do not know where they were manufactured, but I can tell you they are excellent and are made of a very harden steel.