The cam locks and dowels used to assemble the cabinet did not have the proper fit tension making assembly far more difficult than necessary. Even adding glue did not result in the cabinet being as sturdy as I would have expected. I considered returning it for a replacement but feared I would have the same issues with the next unit. It is a beautiful piece of , and the wood and finish were of better quality than expected. I now just have to hope that it does not wobble or fall apart once it starts getting used.
Needlessly difficult assembly
The cam locks and dowels used to assemble the cabinet did not have the proper fit tension making assembly far more difficult than necessary. Even adding glue did not result in the cabinet being as sturdy as I would have expected. I considered returning it for a replacement but feared I would have the same issues with the next unit. It is a beautiful piece of , and the wood and finish were of better quality than expected. I now just have to hope that it does not wobble or fall apart once it starts getting used.