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However, many other Profuomo belts are described as full-grain Italian leather [1], so it's possible this belt is also full grain, but we cannot confirm for this specific model.","q":"What type of Italian leather is used (full grain, top grain, or corrected grain)?"},{"a":"The product description does not mention whether the buckle is fixed or removable. Other Profuomo belts feature a screw closure that allows the buckle to be easily removed for shortening [1], so this belt may have a similar design, but we cannot guarantee it for this specific model.","q":"Is the buckle fixed or can it be removed to swap with other buckles?"},{"a":"The product does not specify the leather thickness. The belt width is 35 mm (about 1.38 inches), which is a classic dress belt width [1]. Given the smooth Italian leather and square buckle, it should be suitable for both dress pants and casual wear, but we don't have a precise thickness measurement.","q":"What is the thickness of the leather (e.g., suitable for dress pants or more casual use)?"},{"a":"The product listing does not include care instructions, but comparable Profuomo leather belts recommend: do not wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, do not iron, and do not dry clean [1]. 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This means that they support manufacturers that are accountable, measurable and dedicated to ongoing improvement. They may only do this on a particular product if all the leather in that product was sourced from an LWG-certified tannery. 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