That tab always breaks off for me after a couple/three months or so if carried in a pocket. The only way they seem to last longer for me is in a Simply Rugged ammo pouch worn on the belt. Pocket carry also results in the rubber failing and cracking around the cartridge heads. My best guess is that my perspiration is toxic to plastic. Can't wear one of those cheap plastic watch bands either (not that I wear a watch anymore anyway.)

I'm cheap. Every time I trash a leather billfold (fairly often since I'm hard on 'em) I cut the credit card pocket out of it. Usually still in good shape and just the right size to hold a Speed-Strip.