This is certainly a sturdy piece of furniture!  Not one bit of it had to be assembled.  I am very happy with it!
Must complain about the packing job, however; someone was careless.  There is tape residue on the top, which isn't coming off easily.  Rather than show off the beautiful wood grain I must cover the shiny residue with a table runner until I can remove the careless evidence.  Shame on the person who has no professional pride.