These are definitely NOT Genuine leather- more like pleather. They have a toxic plastic smell. Threading is loose in various places on these chairs. There is an unsightly back-flap that attaches to the chair with velcro. There are noticeable loose material flaps when you recline, also the whatever the material is, it is attached to the chair with staples. Assembly is easy required, but easy. The backrests shake or move. The entire chair is flimsy. Very disappointed.