This chair is exactly as described.  Its almost hard to tell its not leather. I didnt want to spent at least twice that for a leather chair that might look a little better, but would make me really upset when my dog jumped up on it and scratched it.  In fact, she has already jumped on it and the scratch didnt show.  Success!  It is very comfortable, doesnt take up too much room, and the initial recline is modest so Im not sitting too far back to raise the footrest.  Unfortunately the first chair that arrived was damaged, the arm rest was broken away from the frame.  But I had a replacement in 3-4 days.  Very satisfied customer.