Boss Black No Tools Required Executive Leather Chair

January 15, 2016 EDIT I originally gave this 5 stars and IF it had remained the same today as on day one, I would not be wasting your time now. The fabric, while not real leather, is still almost perfect. My problem is probably of my own doings. The center post will not keep the seat where I adjust it to. I raise the lever and raise the seat for my needs and in a few minutes it goes back down to the bottom. It has been sitting in the garage for several years now and still works as it did when I originally received it in 2010. I use it to wait for the postman or take a break, but its unwillingness to adjust vertically, makes it unacceptable for me. I bought another Boss chair about 2 or 3 years ago and it does not slip, but the screws that hold the seat in place are almost gone and it is a safety hazard waiting to happen. Before I consider the chair itself please permit a few words about customer service and packing. Packing: The chair arrived in a heavy duty box that had several gorillas handling it along the way. In spite of their rough handling as evidenced by the interior cardboard damages the chair was fully protected by its wrapping and therefore no issues. How nice it is to open a box and find a fully perfect product. Customer Service: We often encounter a customer service rep who has had a bad day or just does not care or any of the negative phrases that make us some reps. This is absolutely NOT the case with the folks at BOSS. After opening the box and putting it together (a feat accomplished by anyone who can lift a sack of potatoes) I could not get the gas cylinder to raise the seat level. One of us is 5'6" and the other is 6'3" and the seat is either too high or too low unless the gas cylinder works. It did not. It was too late to call and it was Thanksgiving eve. Even if anyone had been home I would have waited until Frantic Friday to call. So I emailed my concern and expected no reply until today or maybe tomorrow. On Friday, the 26th, the height adjustment absence was just too much to endure. A call was placed to BOSS and a woman told me exactly what to do and I did. Closed case. Wow! I did suggest that the instructions would benefit from her advice in future iterations. Regardless, my problem was settled in seconds and when I finally got to reviewing my email I saw a response from BOSS saying the same thing. Let's all give a big shout to BOSS for fantastic service. The Chair itself: I was not prepared for the comfort and wow appeal of this chair. After spending many hours in the old desk chair and literally wearing it out in one of the weak points of the mechanism I had to buy a new one and chose the perfect chair for our use. The soft arm rests make getting up and down easier than the old one with hard rests. The seat is firm enough to hold a chuncky old man and a much lighter youngun spouse. The lumbar support fits the small of the back perfectly and adds sufficient support to make long sits easier. The seat goes up and down with ease and makes designing the perfect height easy to do. The testing of duration will take place over what will, with hope, take years in the same manner as the old one. It would delight me to revisit this chair 10 years from now explaining that the seat finally gave way or the mechanism just gave out from all the weight or whatever. By then chairs will be an anachronism of the first order because it's been rumored that we will be sitting on air. Right! I am so glad we bought this chair and would do it again in a nanosecond. Thanks BOSS!

This chair was packed sufficiently, arrived quickly, and was easy to assemble (5mins, no tools). The chair is comfortable, but I'll have to either turn my A/C colder or wear a shirt (I work at home) because this material either makes me sweat a lot more, or it just shows up more. It smells a little bit (the chair materials, not my sweat), but nothing dramatic like I read in the reviews. You will not mistake this material for leather of any type. It's more like a strong vinyl and seems more porous, but looks and feels nice. The arms are comfortable for my height but not adjustable. The main "con" is the height. It really does feel like it should be able to lower another inch or two, as even at 5'9" it feels a little bit like my legs are dangling. It's still comfy, but I will have to update after use to comment on the height again. This chair swivels, rocks, and the back reclines(along with the base/seat). It goes plenty high enough via pneumatic piston. Wheels roll nicely on Armstrong tile. Chair, overall, is not heavy like a similar chair may have been years ago (a plus for those with a bad back if you have to move it to another room from time to time), however, it is attractive, comfortable and seems well-built and durable to me. The price is right for those with slightly longer legs! Update: after less that 1 year of use, this chair's piston is giving out. It rises on it's own, and I have to lower the chair every time I sit in it. It even rises slowly while I am in it, causing me to have to constantly lower it again. CHEAP CRAP!!!

I have started working from home more frequently this year (2-3 days per week) so needed to upgrade the chair for my home office. Researched quite a few chairs on Amazon before deciding on this one I ordered it on Sunday afternoon and it was delivered today (Tuesday) so could not be happier with the delivery time. ($149 on Amazon) The chair was packaged excellently with lots of protection both on the chair and in the box to cushion it during transit. It was simple to put together. It took me less than 10 minutes from cutting open the box to being finished. I am 6'3' tall and weigh 220 and the seat and back of the chair are very comfortable. It has great lumbar support and the arms are the perfect height for me. As others have noted, it does sit fairly high. As mentioned, I am 6'3" and at its highest setting my feet barely touch the floor. Although at lower setting it is very comfortable. So if you are shorter, you may want to stay away from this chair. My 5'6" wife sat in it and could not touch the floor comfortably. The fabric is good quality for the price and cushioning is great. I will update my review in a few months to report of how the fabric is wearing. The construction (base/arm rests) does seem a little lighter weight but the chair feels very solid underneath me so time will tell. The rollers are certainly cheaper and even though it currently sits on a carpet I would have expected a smoother roll. Overall I am very pleased with purchase. Now comes the wear and tear challenge over the next few months.

I've had this chair for about 2 weeks now and though it has areas I'd like to change, I still prefer it over others I've tried. Anyway, I'll start by listing the chair's size info, including height. At its highest settting, measured from the top of the seat cushion down to the floor, the chair is at 23.5" At its lowest setting, from the top of the seat cushion to the floor, is 19.5". The width of the seat itself is 21", same goes for the back rest. The length of the seat, from the edge to where it meets the back rest, is 19.65" The length of the backrest, from the seat up, is 26.5". I didn't measure the actual chair height from the floor to the top of the backrest, but the math should be easy enough to do. I'm 5'9" and my feet will dangle when the chair is at its max height. Quality: Nothing out of the ordinary, but of very good quality, not "premium", but good enough for the price. The cushion, both seat and backrest have a decent amount of comfort; it feels a bit too firm, but I think it might need a break-in period, so I'll update when I feel it has reached its max. The chair is a combination of standard quality leather, nothing premium as with more expensive chairs, plastic and metal. The arm rest frame is made of what seems to be hard plastic, the base is metal; the casters are plastic. At first, I thought the chair's seat was too short, but as it turns out, its lenght is the same as my previous chair, so I soon realized that this chair, with its lower back support, keeps my back straight and not sunk into the backrest as with my previous chair, which led me to believe it had a longer seat. Comfort: If you've never had a lumbar support type of chair (I never did), this will feel odd at first. The chair will help you keep a better posture, by giving your lower back more support, which again, will feel a bit off at first, but you will soon get used to it. I like it, because I now feel my back is at a better angle/position than my previous chair and I can sit in front of my desk for longer periods of time without having to stand up and stretch. Mechanics: The chair tilts back, swivels and of course has height adjustments. The height and tilt are done with the same type of lever we've all come to know for years, which locks the backrest when pushed in and releases it to tilt when pulled out. The height is done with up/down motions on the lever. The casters swivel 360degrees and feel solid, so I can't really see them breaking, so no worries there. For Gamers: This chair has proven to be the perfect PC gaming chair, at least for me; I have a glass desk with a retractable keyboard holder and my mouse is on the desk's top side, so with my old chair, my left hand was perfectly leveled with the keyboard, but my right hand (mouse) was at an angle, reaching up; but this chair, with its extra high setting, is the perfect solution, I now have the perfect height to play comofortably for hours, since my mouse hand is now higher and my keyboard hand is slightly dropping onto the keyboard. In conclusion: At this price, I couldn't ask for more. The leather is not exactly "premium", but it is of very good quality and serves its purpose; the chair's height settings can acomodate different styles and desks, which is very hard to find nowadays with other chairs. The overall quality is better than I expected. Hope this helps.

January 8, 2011 I received my chair today, assembled it and tested it out. My immediate comments are the following: 1. Cosmetics: Very nice looking chair. Does look like a chair costing more. 2. The leather Plus is just that, a cross between leather and vinyl, although it does look like Nappa leather, but the feel is not quite the same. 3. Function: This chair DOES Recline. Past reviews said it did not. Those people need to pull out the lever that operates the height (air cylinder). This will unlock and the chair can recline about 25 degrees or so. Adequate for most people and standard for most chairs. 4. Comfort: The chair is very comfortable with adequate padding in the seat and the back. Also has lumbar support which I like. I could sit in this chair for hours. As a professor I work from home quite a bit, so we will see how the back feels. 5. Chair Height: many reviewers mention the chair height as an issue for certain height people. This chair does sit high. I have it on the lowest setting to sit at my desk which is standard height. ON the highest setting I can not use it, it is too high for my legs to fit under the desk. I am 6 feet and the lowest setting is fine for me, but if you are under 5' 6" it may be a problem. 6. Quality- Remains to be seen. But since it does not look cheap, and all plastic parts are made from a hard structural plastic, I guess the durability of the chair will last as long as my last one, 12 years, maybe. I'll update this in a few months. Bottom Line: Go for it! Good chair for the money. However, if you are shorter than 5' 6" this chair may not be for you. UPDATE: 6/10/2011 I now have had this chair for about six months. It is as good as it was when I bought it. I use it everyday and it is a pleasure to sit in it. The only thing it does do, however, is squeak! Just a little WD40 solves the problem. Update: August 7, 2013 Well I have used this chair almost daily and the ribbing around the seat sides has broken through the material and a plastic tube now sticks out poking my legs. Because the material is a synthetic type leather the wear and durability is not up to par on a real leather chair. My last desk chair, made of real leather, lasted me over 10 years. So in 2.5 years the material of this chair is wearing through especially areas of daily contact and rubbing/friction causing the chair's leather to break away in "particles" over time especially on high wear areas. Definitely, over all, the mechanical aspects of the chair are still functional and have had no problem thus far. But material durability is in question. Because of this wear issue of the material I took away 1 star. Update: February 2016: After 5 years of almost daily use the so called "leather" is peeling from the arm rests. Folks this is not leather. Look at the photo, the material is some type of polymer and it will break down after regular use.

The Boss Office Products High Back LeatherPlus Chair in Black is an outstanding addition to any office setting, surpassing my expectations with its impeccable comfort, sleek design, and hassle-free assembly. With its high-quality materials and thoughtful features, this chair provides an exceptional seating experience that promotes productivity and style. The standout feature of the Boss Office Products High Back LeatherPlus Chair is its premium LeatherPlus upholstery. The supple and durable leather blend not only adds a touch of sophistication to the office but also offers comfort and easy maintenance. The high back design with ample padding provides excellent lumbar support, reducing strain on the back and shoulders, even during extended hours of sitting. The chair's no-tools-required assembly makes setup a breeze, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of this stylish and ergonomic chair in no time. The chair is equipped with a pneumatic gas lift mechanism, enabling easy height adjustment to suit your preferred working height or desk setup. The sturdy base and smooth-rolling casters ensure stability and mobility, providing easy maneuverability around the workspace. The Boss Office Products brand is well-known for its commitment to quality and functionality, and the High Back LeatherPlus Chair lives up to that reputation, offering a reliable and comfortable seating solution. In conclusion, the Boss Office Products High Back LeatherPlus Chair in Black is a must-have for anyone seeking a comfortable and stylish chair for their office. Its LeatherPlus upholstery, ergonomic design, and easy assembly make it the ultimate choice for enhancing your workspace with both comfort and elegance. If you're looking for a top-notch office chair that promotes productivity and complements your office decor, the Boss Office Products High Back LeatherPlus Chair is the perfect option. I highly recommend this chair for its outstanding features and its ability to provide a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing seating experience!

Update January 2013 They sent me out a new stand and I put it on. Haven't had any problems with it. I am changing my 1 star review to 3 for the service. But another issue I noticed is that the leather is chipping off on the arm rests near the base of where it attaches to the arm. It shouldn't be deteriorating this quickly in the time I've owned it. But then again I do live in a very dry climate area (2500 above sea level) don't know if that has anything to do with it, but I know dry areas can affect things like this. Update July 1, 2012 I called the company about the problem with this chair stand (the lower 5 leg piece). I told the girl on the phone about the broken piece that snapped out of under one of the legs. This is the piece that held the caster wheel in place. The design that holds the caster in place is extremely cheap. They made a good chair but skimped out on one of the most important pieces. One that could even potentially cause them to have a lawsuit Simply because the caster breaks out from under the leg and then the chair tilts down. Someone could fall by scooting backwards cause it could snap out from under it. So she sends me out a replacement piece to replace the current one. Not surprisingly the same cheap 5 leg stand that this chair came with originally. So what next? I am supposed to somehow remove the current 5 leg roller stand from my chair then put this other cheap stand on it and use the chair until a caster breaks again? Please note when I say stand I don't mean the pillar that holds up the chair I mean the bottom piece that holds the casters. I thought I would be able to just pull out the casters and pull it off and put the replacement on but it doesn't slide off. Thereare no instruction that explains how I am supposed to get the current one off. If it never broke in the first place I would have never cared and probably given this chair 5 stars. It doesn't seem like this company has any real solution. I don't want a replacement chair when all they do is send you the same cheap parts to fix it with that will break again. I got this chair in late march. It is June 20th and as I was scooting forward in it one of the casters snapped off. I don't weigh more than 180 pounds. The max this chair can hold is 250 if I recall correctly. I have had office chairs for years and the peg hole that the caster sticks into under one of the legs is very cheaply designed. The plastic reinforcement braces that surround the hole just snapped off. I am still using the chair now but I worry that the other ones will also snap off. Otherwise the cushion the back rest everything else is great. But really disappointed. I don't know how I'm going to fix this. Update 6-21-12 Called the company. They are sending me out a replacement base stand for the chair. I only fear it is the same one and will be prone to break again. I hope this does not happen. I will keep 2 stars on this review unless it is a better stand. Update 7-8-13 The issue I had where a wheel busted off the silly plastic five star base this chair comes with happened again. (making the replacement five star Boss sent me useless because it I couldn't snap the wheel back in). So I decided not to try to get help from Boss again. Instead I ordered a REAL Aluminum five star base from a chair company that resides in Tracy, CA. A 27" one and I was able to use the existing stem/wheels with it. I'll be throwing away the second plastic 5 star base that Boss sent me as a replacement. Never again. Chair is working as it should. The rest of the chair has held up fine. Time to change the five star base on this chair Boss to a metal one. And don't change the price.

I just received this chair and it is near perfect! It literally took me 5 minutes to unpack and setup. Almost too easy. The first thing I notice is that it looks very well put together. A chair like this would run over $300 in most other retail stores just based on its looks. I work from my home office and I needed a chair that will hold up to about 10 hours of use on average per day. My frame is 6'0 and 235, so most chairs I have seen will not hold me based on the typical 225 and max 8 hours per day. This chair seems very capable! :) The three mains issues that most reviewers had concerns about: 1) The chair was packaged well and was nearly flawless. Most issues of damage are likely the fault of UPS or whomever Amazon chooses. I have Prime, so mine was sent 2-day by UPS. Box was dented a bit, but chair was fine. 2) The height of this chair will not be acceptable for some people. I am 6 foot 0 inches, and my feet sit flat with some slack at the lowest setting. I don't have long legs, but if you are under 5'8" this may be a problem. The highest setting is ridiculous as I can bearly put my feet on the ground. And forget about sitting under a typical desk. I noticed that the wheel base slants upward from the wheels, and that is most likely causing an issue with the height. 3) The recline feature does exist like most others at this price level. You need to pull out the up/down mechanism to unlock it. The lever pushed in will keep the chair from reclining. It reclines at a very reasonable level (even more than I need). In conclusion, this is a very comfortable chair to use most of the day. The padding is much better on my back then my last chair that I had for 15 years. The seat is also not very deep, which is a plus in my eyes. Most chairs seem to make you scoot up so there is no back support, or sit way back that it cuts of leg circulation. I very highly recommend this chair for the price! Amazon is the greatest! :)

Great chair and comfortable

Seems okay thus far, solid and looks great

LeatherPlus is supposed to be leather that is polyurethane infused for added softness and durability. In fact it is polyurethane infused I guessed with a little bit of leather. I was expecting this because of the price so it is not a real surprised. The chair is comfortable for me (5'10") but is a little bit to high for my wife (5'4").

Very comfortable. Great supplier service.

Great product/price/service