So I put this chair together about an hour ago and I've got to say...I'm impressed for the price. I read the reviews and was hesitant, but went through with the purchase.Assembly was easy and took me about 30 minutes from cutting the box open. ---The legs seam solid and sturdy; When assembling them the legs were tight and stiff before screwing in, so it seems like a solid base. ---Decent quality wheels (I'm on low-mid height carpet, can't comment on wood/vinyl/tile noise). --- the plastic arms do seem thick and solid enough, but I could see how, over time, outwards pressure could make them snap. That's not how I sit, so no issue for me. --- I saw a few pictures of the metal under the seat breaking, but it seams thick enough for me. If you're pushing that 300 lb limit, maybe it'll go over time. I'm only 160 lb. --- no squeaking or any sort of noise when moving around. --- Initial thoughts on comfort: the chair feels and is shaped comfortably. I'm 6'2" and did not expect to be able to rest my head back. I can't, as expected. Cushions are somewhat stiff (expected when new), but still very comfortable. I know it will break in some over time. Arm padding is nice, but I think it could be a tad bit thicker. Mine don't look as this as they do in the photos.overall, very happy right off the bat. Besides one indentation in the leather (which will come out in a little time), no damage or broken pieces at all. I will update this review in the future, once I've actually put some use into the chair. -Would recommend for this price range, based off my initial thoughts.(2 MONTHS OF USE) - I've had the chair for just over 2 months. After 1 month, I could see the imprints of the springs coming through the padding of the seat. Still can't really feel the springs, so it's not an issue "yet". The arm padding, like I said, is thin...so now where my elbows commonly rest has completely indented the padding. Basically no padding left for my elbows. Other than that, it's still a great chair. Nothing has broken, chair is still silent and I'm still happy with it. The padding could be better, but I'll probably just get a new seat pad eventually (if I start feeling the springs)...... Still happy with the price I paid for it, but padding needs improved. for long-term usage.