Just received 2 of these bar stools today.  They are solid and go together easily.  It's a great bar stool and feels very sturdy.  The reason I gave it 3 stars is for the packaging it leaves something to be desired.  There is not enough material buffering the pieces.  Without a buffer you get gouges.  Wayfair did a great job replacing my scared chair, but the manufacturer should put some more styrofoam in the box to protect the wood.