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eggdropk t1_j65i0h3 wrote

Reply to comment by Negative-Ambition110 in Fresh from Norway, my custom Ekornes Stressless chair by Gerbski

Tell me about it! I’ve had it for about 2 months now and have probably spent more time in it than the previous owner did in over a decade. Great for (sometimes unintentional) naps.

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iamheero t1_j668atk wrote

We had one, but be mindful to wash it regularly (wipe down with a leather cleaner, super easy) if you want it to last a long time. Apparently the oils from your hair can really wear down the leather headrest.

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Histrix t1_j66orpx wrote

I had one for about thirty years and on mine the leather on the armrests started deteriorating. Wasn’t able to buy replacement armrests.

To be fair I never used leather conditioner on them and I’m pretty sure that would have helped protect the leather from many years of lotion covered arms.

That said, they are the most comfortable chairs I’ve ever sat in and would buy another.

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iamheero t1_j66vs4v wrote

We had ours re-upholstered by a local specialist, it was cool to be able to choose the leather etc but keep dad's favorite chair. Cost as much as a used chair to do, but worth it.

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sl33p t1_j66e99b wrote

I always thought that was from my short hairs stabbing the leather over and over again year after year.

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iamheero t1_j66j0jd wrote

Could be part of it! My beard wears through my motorcycle helmet cheekpads really fast.

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Negative-Ambition110 t1_j65k36a wrote

My husband is 6 ft and probably weighs 280, do you think he’d be comfortable in it?

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eggdropk t1_j65kj9m wrote

I’m 5’8” 220, aka short and fat :) so I’m not sure about someone taller. The headrest on my model (Admiral) is height adjustable though. Of course, only he would know for sure if it works.

They’re super expensive so definitely need to be sure if you’re going to commit (unless you’re lucky and get it free like I did).

ETA: These apparently come in different sizes, so hopefully you can find the correct one that way.

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ShawnParr t1_j66k5ji wrote

I’m 6’ almost exactly and am about 280 right now. I have a Stressless Wing and it is great for me. If you can try having him sit in some in a store if you can find one, as the different models do all feel a bit different.

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c9belayer t1_j66bnwt wrote

Have your husband sit in each of the sizes to be sure. They are fantastic chairs, definitely nap-worthy, but very pricey.

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akita_4u t1_j66xfm4 wrote

I have one. I’m 6”1, 260. I enjoy mine. Mine are wood frame though. We bought them in 2005. Just be sure to get the big one. When I sit in my wife’s chair there is definitely a noticeable difference

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