This chair is low quality. Basically not rated to recline in any way. If you do it will not return to upright over time. My brother inlaw warned me not to get it but I figure it was comfortable. Ended up breaking. I couldn't find a way to lock the chair upright either. Buy at own risk.
The directions for assembly are clear and easy to follow. The quality of the chair and comfort feel are excellent. My only minor complaint is that I wish I could adjust the back to make it a little more upright ie vertical.
Thank you for showing the picture of my husbands gift!!!! I said no emails at purchase!!! I was excited to have a surprise for once! You just blew it!!!!