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I had a La-z-boy for years and while it was very comfortable, I found that I didn't like having anything around my head while listening. I've since replaced it with a small "snuggler" sofa with a low back, and I'm much happier. Admittedly, said sofa hasn't seen as much snuggling as I'd intended, but we live in hope!
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Design Within Reach offers a larger version of the Eames Lounger. Same chair, just proportioned for heights in the modern world - it's not the 1950s anymore and people are taller than they were at the time of the original design. Might be worth a look for tall people. I am 5'7", so the original proportions work fine for me.
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Ekornes Stressless Nordic Classic
After reading about the Ekornes Stressless chairs here, I visited a showroom on Saturday. One was better than the next. I particularly liked the Nordic Classic, large size. Very comfortable!
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I have had a Stressless for nearly 20 years and it still looks like new.
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We've had our two Ekornes Stressless chairs for many years and love them. One of the nice features is being able to re-stuff them. After years of use the seats and backs became compressed. A quick trip to the fabric store for new batting and the issue was solved. Great product.
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I got an Eames chair about 5 months ago, and was worried at first after reading reviews that i might not like it. Turns out my concerns were not realised and i have very much fallen in love with my genuine Eames chair.
I am 6'1 220lb so not exactly a small guy. . Its probably not for everyone, and its a big purchase to make without first testing one but do not be put off if you are a big bloke because I fit in mine just fine. Last edited by essjay; 10-26-2016 at 05:37 AM. |
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I have two genuine Charles Eames chairs, one for me and one for my wife. Apart from superb listening chairs they are perfect for relaxing in after a workout & shower, a few times we've gone to sleep but feel great afterwards. I appreciate the awsome craftmanship too, to us they are worth every penny.
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I have a collection of original chairs and lounge chairs, my favorite for listening is my 277 Auckland made by Cassina, I have it in matt black leather extra, the headrest has 8 height setting adjustments. I have it so the headrest is lower than my ears and it is very comfortable and does interfere with the sound.
I also have a Eames lounge chair new size by Vitra, but the Auckland is more comfortable for me, I am 6.1 in hieght. |
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Another vote for Eames.
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