When I opened the box of this new leather recliner chair the quality of the recliner was evident. It has nice weight to it. Assembly took only a few minutes, all you need to do it slide the back on like any recliner. The mechanism is easy to use, smooth and sturdy. The leather is very high-end, this is a quality piece. But the best part has to be how comfortable it is. If you're considering this chair, you will be very happy!