First, this is a $300 recliner. Second, I am a 5' 11" big guy and this chair feels more solid than my last recliner that was similarly weight limit rated but was 3x the cost (at a brick and mortar store). I ordered it on Thursday, it was delivered to our small community on Saturday, and unboxed and assembled in about 20 minutes. Durability will be determined; but like I said, it's a $300 recliner.