They are nice bow ties, especially if you just need something to match a few outfits and are going out on the town. Don't expect much though. They're nice for the money, but still cheap. A good pre-tied bow tie is an actual tie that has been tied and then sewn in place. These are not actually pre-tied. They're sheets of rectangular fabric with a black lining in back that have been squeezed in the center and wrapped with a knot. Still great though. People who don't collect bow ties probably wouldn't know the difference.