This lamp came quickly and was not too hard to assemble. It is substantial with a nice, unblemished finish. The design is simple and, I think, elegant; but best of all it is supremely functional with its pull-chain feature--unlike 3-way switches I have had that blow bulbs and function poorly. This lamp gives good light with one bulb lit and great reading light with both bulbs lit.

I wanted four tall lamps that would fit with my dark mission furniture without calling attention or standing out. In other words, I wanted understated style and quality, both in the lamp and the shade, that would make me comfortable for several years. One of the four lamps does not stand completely vertical. The base on one of the four lamps arrived with a slight dent, not obvious but if you stare at the lamp, then you would see it.

Great light for reading. Very attractive finish.

The lighting fixture looks great in our living room. I put soft energy bulbs in and it lights up the room perfectly. The quality of lamb is great, it is heavy and the finish is perfect, the lamp goes together like clockwork.