I'll add another thing, it doesn't have to be pretty. It's gonna be hidden underneath a t-shirt.
I'm probably gonna go check out a boot store here and see what they got. Their website looks promising. I'm thinking if I look for a 'work belt' I'll get something sturdy and pay a little less because it wasn't made to look good.
I had the same problem as you . I wanted to hold one in a store before I bought it.
I could not find a good quality belt in any western store that was suitable to support the weight of a gun.
May I humbly suggest Bullhide Belts.com
They have high quality affordable USA made belts and top customer service.
so easy to order, just add 4 inches to your pant size and place your order. I got a basic 1/4 inch thick belt/buckle for a really fair price
Black Basket Weave Bullhide Belt
Though i have no personal experience (yet) with these belts, i can say for damn sure that their square buckle with roller is a definite advantage over most other makers' round, non-roller buckles. I'll be ordering one today. Thatks Vmax!!!