I received this chair quite quickly---that is the good news.  Despite the poorly designed directions, I managed to put this chair together in about 1 hour.  It is made in China and definitely shows that.  It is scratched around the base and several other areas that aren't as noticeable.  The price for this chair is about double what it is worth---Im hoping that it lasts at least one year.  When I leave my apartment, this chair will most likely not be coming with me.