Assembly was fairly easy despite no instructions.  The overall quality & aesthetic for the price was excellent.  After engaging the side lever, the reclining mechanism is manual & takes a few times to get used to it.  Though many have complained about the firmness of the cushions, I found them to be comfortable & will assume it will soften more over time.  The fully reclined position is of adequate length, but noticed the head rest feels under filled & the mid-back cushions are over filled.  Great chair overall for $300.  Let’s hope it holds up over time.