The 'locking' mechanism does seem clever. And seems to work. However, after putting it on and off a guitar twice, (and not with exccessive force, only as much as needed to put it on), the leather near one of the holes is already torn.
Also, I find the belt's material a bit rough. It is very broad, and I find that that causes it to excert a bit more pressure on my neck, which I do not find that comfortable. Maybe this is a matter of personal preference, however.