I'm looking for a good reading/home theater recliner for my new house.

I tried the Benchmaster Nicolas, it's pretty comfortable, but I'm not sure how durable it is. The sales person doesn't know where it's made either, I'm thinking China. He also told me it's a 40 year recliner, but I doubt it'll last that long with regular use.

I also put down a deposit for a Ekornes recliner, I know those are well built and last forever, but I'm not sure if I should spend $1650 (special promotion) especially when I just got a puppy and he'll likely chew on it (at first anyway).

So is the Extra $1000+ worth it for the Ekornes? How durable are the benchmasters? I can get the Nicholas for $625. Where are they made?

http://www.benchmasterfurniture.com/Nicholas%207438.htm