I almost paid $305 for a similar recliner off another retail site. This was the smart purchase. The recline positions do not lock, but that doesn't bother me. It does recline virtually horizontal all the way back. This is currently the primary piece of furniture in my LR, will be purchasing another identical recliner to complete the set in a few months. Solid, high quality, easy to assemble. May be heavier than you think.