I love this table!   It is good looking, sturdy, and exactly what I wanted.  It appears to be well made and arrived in perfect condition. It was not at all difficult to assemble.  Unlike some cheaply made furniture that needs assembly, the holes were drilled straight, all the correct hardware was provided, and the instructions were clear.  I keep the leaf in it all the time, but the table extends easily and putting in or taking out the leaf is not a problem at all.