So strange to read all these great reviews.  I guess I got a lemon because mechanically this chair is terrible.  The metal brackets hit each other and it won't open or close properly.  It clanks and grinds.  Also won't rock or glide at all because it hits metal.  Very firm and not comfortable. Quality of workmanship is not what I'd hoped for.  Strings hanging everywhere. Photo shows how far it closes. 
 Definitely Returning!