I laughed when I read a review that said it took them 6 hours to assemble.  And then I assembled my first one -- 5 & 1/2 hours.  The second took a little less than 5.  By the sixth, I had it down to a science -- just over 2 hours.  These desks look great in the new work center I just completed for my business.  No extra parts, no part shortages.  The finished desks look and feel like something I might have paid $700 to $800 each for.  They are solid, well-designed, have smooth drawers and a generous work surface.  I wouldn't hesitate to buy more, and as a business owner I truly hope I need to.