I bought two of these and they’re great looking chairs. Other comments mention needing two people to assemble, but with some patience and willpower one person can get the chair assembled in 10-15 minutes. The packaging seemed sufficient, yet the the frame had what I’d call damage (others may call it “unintentionally distressed”). A couple of chipped edges and corners, but nothing noticeable to the unknowing eye. I will say that to me there were noticeable chemical fumessmells while I was assembling the chair. Can’t tell if it’s the stain on the wood frame or the factory-added fire retardant on the upholstery. Thankfully it isn’t a lingering smell, so most likely just needed to air out after being packaged for so long.