Imagine a nylon belt that is so durable, so comfortable, and gives such peace-of-mind you’d want to wear it daily for decades. At a recent event a customer stopped by who was wearing a Siege Belt (formerly Alp Belt) he had bought in 2003. As he said, he wears it every day and travels everywhere with it. He had even written the year “2003” on the back of the buckle, so that he could keep track of the belt’s remarkable longevity.
The 20-year old ballistic nylon still looked good and he had no desire to replace it! However he had been looking for more of the belts in the following years, recognizing their rare and unmatched value. Delighted that we are bringing back these “must-be-with-me” belts, he and his friend ordered more. This is the kind of devotion that is common among Siege Belt owners.
Unparalleled EDC Value of the Siege Nylon Belt
When we encounter Siege belt owners at events, invariably they are wearing their belts, with the uniform refrain “I wear it everywhere / every day”. With flexible custom nylon webbing, the belt is designed to become one with the wearer. We curve the buckle to conform to the body, chamfer all edges and individually round and bullet-nose bolts, prongs and nuts by hand for maximum comfort. The buckle is so solid that its comfort surprises new customers who notice they soon forget they are wearing it.
Considering the typical price of quality EDC items such as pocket knives — even mass-produced ones, these rare, artisan-crafted belts are an incredible value. Siege belts are also far more commanding than other EDC items, most of which are restricted in many places and when traveling.
The story of Siege Extreme Nylon Belts
SIEGE BELTS are the brainchild of the late outdoor industry pioneer, master craftsman, Navy veteran, and a serial inventor, Ken Young. Among his notable inventions are the trailblazing Alp Sandals, the world’s first sport sandal, the Avery-Dennison FlipBack 360 Binder, and the SIEGE Stove universal Cross-Members.
Inspired to create the ultimate EDC nylon belt, Ken experimented to find the perfect weight, size and shape. He crafted each solid, one-piece stainless steel or brass buckle in a 35-step process. He bolted the buckles to ballistic nylon belts with nearly 4 tons of tensile strength, specially woven for ideal comfort and grip. Ken sold these prized nylon belts for several decades until he ceased production to focus on his other inventions. Recognizing these belts’ unique functionality and incredible durability, we determined to make them once again available.
Bringing Back the Siege Nylon Belt: A Labor of Love
We eventually persuaded Ken to teach us the belt making craft, and devoted ourselves to bringing them back. After a long hiatus, these highly coveted nylon belts are finally available, promising unmatched functionality and durability. However, they will only be available as long as we have Ken’s custom high-density ballistic nylon, buckle blanks, and the time to make them. Each belt is a labor of love, taking up to 4 hours to complete, depending on the buckle finish, so we can only make them in very small numbers.
Take a look at all the unique finish styles available!
Given the very small volume that we are able to make and especially that these belts will last a lifetime or more, they are becoming increasingly collectible. As word gets out that they are back, it may be necessary to raise prices to keep up with demand. However, we want to ensure that as many people as possible have the opportunity to experience the excellence of Siege Belts. We accessibly price our most popular buckle finish — the Gray Man — at just $129.99. This a fantastic value for a custom-crafted nylon belt, especially one that will last a lifetime and soon pay for itself in avoided belt replacement costs.
Outlasts Leather and Other Nylon Belts
We’ve had buyers tell us that they go through two or three leather belts a year. With the price of leather belts these days, replacement costs can add up. A decent leather belt can cost around $70 and a premium leather dress or gun belt can range between $130 and $200. Also, the mass-produced leather and unattractive, thin, chrome plated buckles soon show significant wear.
By contrast, despite a decade of daily wear, our belt shows no fraying, and has comfortably conformed to the shape of the body. The custom webbing is supple enough to be tightly wrapped around the hand and the grip is so phenomenal that even one wrap is enough to hold it securely. Conventional nylon belts do not have this combination of flexibility and durability.
Prepare with a Siege Nylon Belt
Your SIEGE Belt will pay for itself many times over and will become your trusty sidekick for life. Once you’ve worn one you will never want to go back to a conventional single-purpose belt. Don’t miss out on the chance to own one of these rare, collectible, heirloom-quality nylon belts. Secure your Siege Belt today, and join the select group of the prepared who enjoy the comfort, craftsmanship, longevity, performance and security that only a Siege Belt can provide.