The armchair is swank. A Modern 50/60's design with good lines and quality construction that is heavy and sturdy. There is a solid wood base as well as the tapered legs are nice and thick... There is no particle board and the tweed fabric that we chose has a better feel and is heavier than we expected as well as being "clean friendly". The chairs are very roomy. I am 6'3"'and my wife is 5'2".' In the photo you can see that there is plenty of room, two of us can sit together on one chair or we can have both of our kids cuddle up for a story. Yes they are firm but a good firm, we just put a pillow behind our lower backs for support (which we do with all of our furniture) and it's perfect. Overall I would recommend the armchair, a must have for any fan of all things retro.Pros: Mod retro look, quality construction and materials. Price.