While the chairs are nice, assembly was very arduous, to say the least.  If they provided American screws which require a screwdriver instead of the Allen KEY (which was provided), it would have taken one third the time and been  easier on the hands.  My husband had to stop midway to go to the store to purchase larger washers because one of them kept slipping into the hole making it impossible to tighten the screw.  If you really want these chairs you would be better off paying the extra $130 for assembly.  Also,  The instructions were not the best.  We are hoping the chairs last , after the many hours it took to assemble.  They look nice.  Time will tell.