I'm very pleased with the quality of these split reins. The leather is very soft and well oiled and they are thick. I love the quick change aspect of these reins. No tools required (and no magnifying glasses in case you're over 50 yrs. old lol!). A good value for the money.
Performance reins should be thick and heavy. These were 3/4 inch wide but thin, so I returned them and bought thick heavy ones at Stillwater milling for about the same price.