Mine are brand new so I still don't know how they will perform; anyway they fit perfectly my usual size, this means that they don't fit snug so they're unlikely to be ripped up open after a few use -other customers' reviews on the matter are encouraging- They're soft & well shaped; they look like ordinary Gov'nt Issue (I don't know about the friction buckles, though: didn't they had to be blackened?).
They're riding gloves, one shouldn't expect carpenter's gloves meant for continuous harsh work, nonetheless I expect a reasonable good performance from them. And yes, they stink a bit when new; anyone had ever smelled a new pair of military issued gloves back in 1944?

Ricciardi - IT

What can I say, they outstanding!

Scroggins - US

Good quality and very comfortable.

Carrico - US