We purchased these stools, mostly for the price.  I love the look, but they are rather uncomfortable, and the metal ring around the wood seat doesn't fit right.  One of the stools came with a crack in the wood as well (see pictures).  I like them just enough to not go through the hassle of returning them, but if I saw these in a store I would not have bought them.  I hope this review can save another from the disappointment of buying these.