Sport and dress belts are designed to be strong and durable without the obvious tactical appearance of a duty or garrison belt. They are particularly useful for concealed carry applications, and are popular for plain-clothes law enforcement work and off-duty wear. Styles range from plain, simple belts to elaborately stitched designs. This section also includes more unusual belt designs, including Western-style cartridge belts and belts with built-in shell pouches. We source belts from some of the most trusted manufacturers, including DeSantis, Boston Leather and Galco. Our selection ranges from tough, affordable styles to premium, hand-crafted designs made from exotic materials.
Despite their discreet appearance, these are still working belts. Although not designed to bear the weight of a full set of patrol equipment, they can support the weight of a concealed firearm without twisting or rolling under the load. While not as thick and heavy as a duty belt, most are made from durable cowhide leather, giving them plenty of strength and wear resistance, and often come with reinforced stitching. Others are made from synthetic materials. More exotic materials are also available such as the ones used in Galco's collection of exotic skin belts, including premium sharkskin, stingray and alligator. Often, these belts come with an inner surface made from suede or another textured material to prevent them from sliding against the pants. Typically, sport and dress belts fasten using a sturdy prong buckle to preserve their discreet, non-tactical appearance. This also makes them easy to adjust for a perfect fit. Many also include a built-in keeper to retain the loose end and prevent it from flapping. They range in width from 1 inch up to 1.75, making them easy to wear with regular khakis or jeans.
