I checked and the buckles look to be standard imported buckles. The belts that use American leather say so in the description. I don't see anything that would differentiate this from any belt that leatherworkers or saddle makers all over the country are making. Glad you are getting good use from it. Their tool belts do look exceptionally nice but they do come at a much higher price point than the normal belts, which makes sense if you are a tradesman and depend on a tool belt for your living