Exactly what I wanted, Built Strong, Good Posture
After nearly 9 months of use, this chair has held up excellently! Pros: I am 5'9 (when I purchased the chair, I was about 230 lbs). After non-stop use for approx. 9 months, this Boss Modern Executive Conference Chair has shown no signs of wearing out or slowing down. The 3/4 back is perfect for my needs and the lumbar contour has been fantastic. I haven't felt the need for any additional support, but the seat is deep enough that a pillow could be added without hassle. One of the biggest reasons I chose this chair was the back angle. I prefer a near 90° and this chair delivers! It has shown no sign of budging or bending and has been incredibly comfortable (for me) for long hours, day after day. The pneumatic piston has not failed in any way and the lean-lock still functions perfectly! The materials here won't win any awards, but all of the metal feels sturdy and strong. The "leather" has not peeled or worn in any significant way. It's easy to clean, but gets warm on a hot day (as expected). All the screws feel substantial and study, and nothing has stripped or worn out. Cons: Like many chairs, tilting is sometimes squeaky. When you sit down, squeaks might also be heard. However, the squeaks are not constant and they're not exceptionally loud. Plastic washers (not included) and pivot lubricant (not included) could help stifle it, but I have found no need so far. The bottoms legs of the chair are one piece and appear to be stamped from a single sheet. This means the underside is hollow and that the metal comes to an edge. This edge has been smoothed and I've felt no burs or felt any danger of cuts. While the metal feels far more secure than plastic, it's also just as unforgiving; on the few occasions I have stubbed my bare toes, the thin metal definitely didn't feel nice. My chair has developed a slight 2-3° diagonal rock, even when locked. Best I can tell, this is is not from the frame, but from where seat frame meets the piston. This is not ideal. But, after months of shopping around for chairs, I don't imagine many chairs around this price would fair much better. Conclusion: Overall, I am satisfied with my purchase! More than anything, I feel like this chair will last me several years. The materials and build feel sturdy, it was easy to put together, it's not too big or bulky, and it's been perfectly comfortable for almost 9 months straight!
