This is a very comfortable recliner.  As with all manual recliners, the footrest springs up very quickly, which I do not like. I bought this chair to replace the power recliner that I had for only 15 months until the power module broke.  I decided to get a manual recliner to avoid the breakage.  Also, I have to use my hands to restore the footrest back to the original position.  I’m over 75 and my legs don’t bend well.