I bought this as a present for my wife for her studio.  It's very solidly made, and actually weighs a bit more than I expected.  The seat is very sturdy (thick) wood, and the metal seems to be very sturdy steel with some kind of finish on it.  It looks great, shipped fast, and is very handy with the adjustable height.  I was hoping the foot bar would be sturdy, and it is.  I would recommend this stool if you like the style.