Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

Got this weight bench a couple of weeks ago. So far, it is great (had to buy weights and a 7 foot barbell (see links, below)). For my use, actually for my teenage son's use, it is perfect. I just got all the weights so I am typing this after testing the various exercises (press (3 positions), preacher curls, legs (front and back), squats) and I am sweaty and dizzy!! My son is younger and in shape from soccer so he is laughing at me -- I sit in front of a computer 10 hours per day! The directions were ok, just a list of numbered parts with counts (count all your physical parts first, before assembling anything) and various pictures (schematics) showing the assembled piece and all the parts that make up that piece, then a schematic of the entire product with all the numbered parts. The instructions have you build each piece in order, which is good. But it is up to you to figure out the order in which each numbered part is used... not too difficult. I put the whole thing together using a 5/8 socket and an adjustable wrench (I think there was one bolt that required an 11/16 socket). Having a second wrench handy helped when I needed some leverage (one time, I think). Required allen wrenches are included with the parts. Here are a couple of things that caused me some extra time, hope this helps someone. There are two pamphlets that come with this product. One shows each part, its number, and the quantity you should have of that part. The other includes a list of parts by part number, and each part quantity. I referenced the pamphlet 1 first and counted the parts. Two errors I found in the instructions: There are 2 posts that hold the barbell, left and right. Pamphlet 1 lists them as 2 separate items, numbers 1 and 53. It shows that you should have 2-#1s and 1-#53. But pamphlet 2 shows 1 of each. Being that I performed my count of parts off of pamphlet 1, I thought I was missing a part. But only 1-#1 and 1-#53 are needed. Pamphlet 2 shows that there are parts 20-25 and 47 & 49. Pamphlet 1 does not show these parts. The full schematic shows these parts as being used. They are not used. You are not missing them. I am real happy with the complete set: Bench is great, barbell/weights (purchased elsewhere) are great. I was concerned about getting the right barbell because some folks asked about using a 5 or 6 foot barbell. You really should have a 7 foot barbell. When purchasing a product that requires multiple components I have always wanted someone to post what they did to successfully put together the complete product. Here are links to where I got the barbell and weights (best prices I could find, solid product): CAP Barbell 2" Olympic Black ECO Bar, 7' https://www.walmart.com/ip/27137946 Golds Gym 2" Grip Plate (various colors, weight): I got black color, 4 each of 25lb, 10lb, and 5lb: https://www.walmart.com/ip/16622470 CAP Barbell 2" Chrome Spring Clip Collar, Pair https://www.walmart.com/ip/12517110 I had some relatively minor issues getting all the weights when they were promised but, with a couple of phone calls, everything got here and it was only a week or so delay. The bench (from Amazon) arrived exactly on time. There are a few scuff marks on the black frame but nothing that is a problem. I rely heavily on comments when I purchase on-line. I hope commenting my experience helps someone. I've only had the product for a couple of weeks and I am 100% happy with everything. If anything changes I will post an update.