I absolutely LOVE my chairs.  I read the reviews before ordering and was apprehensive about purchasing because of negative comments.  My packages arrived on time.  I am a single lady 56 years old and I had no trouble assembling these.  All of the hardware was there, the quality is great, the instructions were easy to follow.  The only reason it took (about 20 minutes) is because I wear long artificial nails and that made it time consuming. Otherwise it would not have taken as long.  They are sturdy.  I am 5'5 and the bottom seat is comfortable, plenty of leg room.  I am not admitting my weight for the world to see but I am not a tiny lady, I am average weight and build.  The chairs are perfect and I can't see them falling apart.