Great chairs.  I am replacing a similar design - same shape and footrest - that broke because the wood and screws disintegrated over time.   This chair is definitely a step up.  Very high quality wood, solid construction.  I can tell the screw design is better than what I had previously and will keep the chairs steady over time.  I was able to assemble by myself, though it was a bit tricky. I used a more powerful drill for a couple screws that go deep into the wood.