Exactly what I was hoping for! I needed a small-ish chair for a small-ish antique desk, and this was the first one that really caught my eye. After a day of looking at just about every other chair on the internet, I came back to this one. It arrived quickly, was nicely packed in a triangle box (no wasted space), and was very easy to assemble. The base is metal, but the expandable part that fits around the stem is plastic. The faux leather is quite nice looking, but a little stiff and seems like it will show scratches easily. Stitching detail around the edges adds a nice touch. Adjustable height, but the chair doesn't lean back — so far it keeps my posture good and is quite comfortable (it's lightly padded but not plush/squishy). All in all, it's just what I wanted — including the price! Don't hesitate on this one if you like it.