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Dear Gary and Team,

The rocker came today and is truly a thing of beauty.

Oddly, I though I had ordered the walnut. That is what I intended to order. But I love the maple, and am warming to it so much that I’m now glad I made the mistake.

Thank you for your craftsmanship and commitment to excellence and quality. The rocker and table are works of art. Plus it is VERY comfortable to sit in!

Best,
C.

Hello Gary
The rocker made it home this morning.
It was packaged very well!
A huge thank you for helping this dream come true. Please let everyone who had a hand in creating this magnificent rocker know how pleased and grateful I am.
With Sincere thanks and a salute for excellent craftsmanship.

Yours truly,
E.

I'm fixing up my shady acre Ozark tree house.

…

But the rocking chair is the 💣 bomb!

That's. Where. I. Sit. Period. End. Of. Story.

I'll send photos.

It's mellowing so good I can hardly stand it!

With great respect and admiration,
S. S.

Love them and they look great! Thanks so much Gary.

C.

Gary,

The rocker was delivered a few minutes ago, in fine shape. The driver was very courteous and helped me unbox it (after I helped him carry it in to the house). I am so pleased with this addition to my living room!

Best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving, and all the holidays to come.

Sincerely,
H.

Hi Gary,

Just wanted to let you know we received the rocking chair last night. It is absolutely stunning and at first rock I could tell that it is something special and so comfortable. I’m (trying) to wait until Christmas to surprise my husband. Ps the bumblebee art was such lovely addition as well... thanks Bela 💛 and thanks for making such high quality rocking chairs!
L.

Good afternoon Gary,

I received your/my foot stool which is perfect and the walnut table, which is also perfect.

It’s a privilege to care for these.

The delta inlay is a true smile maker.

I’d like to firmly shake your hand and look you in the eye in sincere thanks for such fine work.

Well done my friend.
R.

The interior designer’s assistant threatened to steal the rockers. They are in heavy rotation now. My wife says she needs somewhere to put her feet so I submitted an order form for a foot stool.
A.

November 3

Hi Gary,

yes, it made it here safe and sound! and you are right, it is a bit unnerving to order something unseen. Frankly, we were slightly surprised by how large it is. However, it does not feel big when you sit in it — and it is so comfortable it is difficult to tell that it is made of hard wood! I love how comfortable it is, the nice craftsmanship, and knowing it is well built and will last many years (or generations…) to come.

Thank you again, and best to you all!
D.

November 4

Let me say that in addition to the great comfort and good construction, I am truly impressed by the attention to detail, such as the centering of grain pattern on the seat and back, and matching grain lines to neighboring wood pieces. Know that it does not go unnoticed or unappreciated!

I love the chair, its great comfort, its beauty, and its fine craftsmanship. I hope to enjoy it for many years to come. Thank you to you and the team.

Best wishes,
D.

Hi Gary & Team,

Yes, our chair was delivered, and we absolutely love it. I’ve attached a picture of the chair in our nursery with some artwork that arrived with it- Thanks, Bela!

Just so you’re aware, the freight company never updated the tracking information nor did they contact us before delivery. I simply got a phone call from the driver when he was at my home and nobody was there to receive the chair. In this case, everything worked out fine, so no problem, but I thought you’d like to know.

Thanks again! We’re looking forward to rocking our new baby in another 6 weeks or so!
L.

Rocker, table and chairs are wonderful. Sometimes I just stop and grin at them, like a piece of art.

Run my hand over them, feel the thickness of that solid table top, the contours of the rocker arms. I appreciate things that are designed and made well. The pride shows through. That's what I like in my house.

Thanks.
J.

Hello,

Just a quick note that my rocker arrived today without any shipping damage.

First impression: Awesome!

Thank you,
D.S.

they are here and lovely… of course the kitchen isn't finished…but I can at least enjoy my bar stools.
J.

Gary,

The chair and footstool arrived yesterday and I think I'm in heaven -- haven't sat on the sofa once since it arrived!

The delivery company, XPO Logistics, was wonderful. Per your instructions, they called Monday to set up a delivery time window. Check the box for damage? It looked as if it had just been loaded on the truck, not a mark or speck of dirt anywhere. We have a steep driveway and the driver had to park up on the street. He kindly offered to unpack the chair and take away the box. Then he insisted on not only carrying it in, but completely helped me unwrap it:

I asked B. to try it and he couldn't imagine putting his feet up that high on a footstool until he did so. He was amazed at the back support...

I will not only use the chair but treasure it!

Thanks again,
P.

Dear Gary,

The rocking chair arrived today and it's gorgeous! Thank you so much. The children in our community will have many years of use.

Kindest regards,
S.

Hello Gary and company

Our two mahogany rockers just arrived. They are gorgeous and so comfortable! Gary and the team make exquisite rocking chairs. The design, the ergonomics, the material and the fit and finish are all first rate. Thank you so much! We will enjoy years of reading in your beautiful craftsman chairs.
B. and J.

Dear Gary,

What a beautiful piece of furniture. I am enjoying it very much and it is so comfortable.

Please thank you and your team for your terrific work.
B.

Gary

Sorry for the delay in getting back to you with feedback. The chairs are everything you promised and more! So comfortable and attractive, we couldn’t be happier. Please feel free to use me as a reference.

It’s been a pleasure working with you!

Best wishes and be well,
L.

October 8, 2020

Dear Gary,

Arrived! Unpacked!! Situated!!! My son enthusiastically and most carefully unwrapped the solid crate and placed my priceless possession in the den, its permanent home.

So I came home from work to pure delight. Perfection. Such exquisite craftsmanship!! The chair is even more beautiful than the pictures, with the wood patterns so cleverly assembled. The construction details are flawless. And the smoothness of the wood is simply incredible. This rocker will now provide decades of comfort and soothing pleasure, destined as the family heirloom.

I want to passionately thank you, Gary, for your truly personal and outstanding customer service. You never failed to provide information, honesty, and patience with my endless questions during countless communications throughout the whole process.

Too, I realize the whole team (including your gifted son Austin) participated in the rocker's creation. Thank you to everyone for your very professional work and care. Actually, the Gary Weeks' rocker is a masterpiece of furniture making. Made in America and so very proud of your company and MY new chair!

Most sincerely,
R.

Hi Gary,

My mom is loving the new rocker!

Cheers!
B.

Hello Gary,

Yes, the chair arrived yesterday, in excellent condition, and is fabulous. We couldn't be more pleased with the product, or with the process of working with you.

With gratitude to you & your colleagues -
Z.

Gary! We absolutely love the table and chairs.

N. and M.

Dear Gary and Autumn,

Just wanted to let you know that our new stool arrived last night. It's a beautiful addition to our collection and just the right size to allow three of us to sit together in the kitchen.

Thank you!
G. and A.

Thank you Autumn for my beautiful black walnut rocker. I absolutely love it, great workmanship.

R.

The footstool arrived this afternoon! T. was stunned, and so very happy to have it! He put it into immediate use as he was already sitting in the rocker. So comfortable!! It also looks absolutely wonderful with the rocker. We are both thrilled! So very grateful that you were able to fill my order in such a timely manner and managed to have the new footstool delivered in time for his birthday.

With appreciation,
K.

Hi Gary,

The rocker arrived Monday and I have it all set up in the nursery. It's so lovely and comfortable, thank you so much! I know we'll treasure it for many years.

Thanks,
A.

Hi Gary,

I wanted to email you to let you know how much I love the chair- it is so beautiful, it really took my breath away! The colors and grain of the mesquite are phenomenal. It's so comfortable to sit in, and I'm going to have such a great time reading in it. It almost glows in the light. I love my new chair!

Gratefully yours,
G.

Autumn -

Chair just arrived. Great condition.

Super gorgeous hand work. You can feel the energy. Tell the team.

Gonna rock myself happy.

Peace,
T.

Gary,

...It is, of course, both beautiful and functional, and seems very much at home next to its older sibling, the Weeks rocker. In the morning, it hosts a big mug of strong coffee, and in the evening, a big glass of wine. Thanks to you and your team of artisans for making it.

I could not be more pleased.

S.C.

Howdy Gary,

Hoping all is well. Here’s my take on the rocker.

My solid cherry rocking chair arrived recently. Virtus Propter Se - Excellence or virtue for it’s own sake ! This is an art object of stunning beauty. Transcendental hand craft. Seemingly impossible? Except: there it is.

I’m a retired master carpenter living in a cabin in central Alaska. A custom rocker has been a long time desire. I’m a minimalist so I had to think carefully if this was the material possession to add to my small cabin. I’ve had a lifelong pursuit of high skill levels in a number of areas : virtuoso classical piano studies, degrees in classical piano and philosophy, 40 years of carpentry and woodworking, serious reading, long distance paddling, skiing, and backpacking, subsistence hunting and fishing, building a homestead, etc. I say all that to say - I’m a bit of a fanatic when it comes to skill and excellence! It takes a great deal to turn my head. My head has been turned. I’ve carefully scrutinized the rocker. It’s as close to perfection as any piece I’ve seen. Kind of spooky actually. The closest I’ve seen is a master wooden boat builder I knew when I lived in the Alaskan coastal village of Haines.

Gary,family and the entire group are extremely easy to work with. And lastly, although not cheap, the chair is very reasonably priced. Frankly, I don’t know how a product of this quality can be made for the price?

I’m already thinking I might need a straight chair at some point!

M. T.

Hi Gary,

We have a profound appreciation for the artistry that goes into the design and construction of your pieces. Your rocking chair brings a smile to my face every time I look at it. Our house has several family antique pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries, and I feel confident that your pieces will be part of the cherished family heirlooms we pass along to future generations.

Regards,
K.

Gary,
Just got the chair and it’s in perfect condition. I’m sitting in it right now and it is just as good as advertised. Please take the time to thank your crew for me and let them know I really appreciate the attention to detail they put into this chair. Attached are a few pictures of where she’ll be living and the view she’ll have for the next few years.

Sincerely,
D. B.

It sure is a beauty. Thank you and your workers.

J.L.

I can't tell you how he loved this chair. He was "blown away". He said "this is the most comfortable chair I have ever sat in." I know he will spend many happy moments in this chair reading. You are a blessing, and your talents are so very much appreciated. Thank you for making this happen today.

J&P

Hello Gary,

My wonderful rocker arrived yesterday afternoon in perfect condition delivered by a man with a truck wearing mask and gloves.

It is gorgeous, fits perfectly, and rocks like a dream. I am speechless to find the right words to express my delight and gratitude. I have been wanting a rocker for a long time and have test rocked dozens. All were wanting. This one is perfect. Thank you Gary Weeks and all your company.

M.

Hi Gary,

All arrived safely yesterday!!!!

The chair and table are stunningly beautiful!!! I find myself rocking in the chair (it's difficult to leave it) and admiring the table - the craftsmanship is outstanding.

Many thanks to you and the team - I'm sure we'll enjoy these pieces for many, many years and will send good thoughts to you all as we rock.

Best wishes,

P.

Well, it was a thrill to see you again after 30-plus years, even masked, however briefly. I was startled by how heavy that rocker was. ... The chair is very friendly to me; it "feels" more comfortable than the walnut rocker. I know the they are dimensionally identical, so that judgment is completely arbitrary. The mesquite rocker sits there glowing, as if it has batteries in it!

My "logical" rationale for having a second rocker is that now I can leave one to each of my two children. The truth, however, is that I WANTED a mesquite rocker. ...

BTW, you have created a wonderful website. I have learned so much from it about the various woods and how you make furniture. Thank you!

E.

Gary,

…Sometimes I am across the room from it and I just have to walk over, sit down, and rock for awhile. It feels good for my soul. I moved an old lamp away from it as it seemed to distract from the chair’s beauty. I love my new rocker. Many thanks to you and your team.

Take care,

K.

July 9, 2020

Gary,

Just wanted to let you know that K. received her Rocker yesterday. The piece was safely delivered and opened without incident (K. said the trucking company complemented the quality of the packing crate).

K. is absolutely thrilled with the finished product. She sent a number of pictures, and I have to say the workmanship on the piece is just fantastic. I just know that this gift will be well used and appreciated for many, many years.

Thank you and your team so much for putting together such a special piece of furniture. I have already hinted to my team that when I eventually retire, they will not go wrong if I happened to get a similar gift!

Best regards,

S.

Yes - J. and G. received them. They are very happy with them. J. told C. this morning that he spent an hour last night rocking and was just amazed at how comfortable it was. He also remarked on the swing and is definitely a very happy man.

Thank you so much, M.

Gary we can’t thank you enough for making our home beautiful and comfortable at the same time!!! E. just keeps walking around and saying WOW!!!! Take good care and we look forward to our island stools!!! D.

Received my Walnut chair and stool. Was deciding between a recliner or rocker. I chose wisely. Bravo. Looks beautiful and fits perfectly. You folks are artisans.

R.

Gary

We LOVE the rocking chair and has already been put to good use! Austin was great in helping us pick out the perfect chair for us and provided excellent customer service. We hope to do more business with you in the future!

B & B

Hello Gary,

Everything looked terrific after getting them unpacked. We are enjoying the rocker! It has already become a popular seat at the puzzle table in the living room. The arm chairs are a big hit with my husband.

You and your family stay healthy!

Thank you again for designing and making these beautiful pieces.

J.

Gary –

The second rocking chair has landed. It was much appreciated by A. and noted to be very comfortable.

Thank you for everything.

Stay healthy.

-L.

Gary,
We are extremely pleased with the table. It is so much more than we ever imagined. We can't wait for this Covid 19 to end so we can have people over, show them the table and tell them who built it for us.
P.

Hi Gary

It is truly magnificent and has made isolation much more tolerable. It fits like a glove, is smooth as silk and everyday I appreciate another aspect of it.

Are you aware that when the headboard and arms are tapped with a finger they are tuned to a perfect B natural - no kidding.

Wishing you and yours well

M.

It arrived on time and intact and my father is very pleased with it. It looks beautiful in photos and I’m told it looks even better in person. Thanks to you and your family for all your hard work and best wishes for your continued health.

Thanks again

A. W.

Hi Garry & Team,

The Rocker arrived today and is beautiful. He LOVES it Very happy customers :)

You guys were great to deal with. Kept the communication open and it was a lovely experience- thank you

L. & Birthday Boy R.
PS our little neighbours are have a great time with the shipping box- new fort!

We received it in good condition and I’ve been happily rocking for two evenings now. Thanks very much!

Regards,

R.J.H

Mr. Weeks,

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! 😊

Thank you!!!!!

L. H.

Hello! I am sitting in my newly delivered rocking chair and I could not be happier. Perfect! Thank you for the wonderful craftsmanship and the terrific service.

J.

Hi Gary:

We’re delighted with your and your team’s work – the table is beautiful! I was at our house to receive it and carefully inspect it, and all went well.

Please pass our sincere appreciation on to everyone at GW, and our best wishes for continued health. Once we get a bit more settled, we’ll likely be back in touch with you about some side tables we’ve been eyeing on your website, which would probably need some size customization.

All the best,

M. & S.

Hi Gary,

Yes, I received the table on Monday. It looks great!!

One upper corner on the end of the shipping box was banged in about an inch and a half and the end grain wood at that corner of the table top got pushed in a very small amount, but its not real noticeable. I accepted the delivery no problem. I really like the face grain pattern you guys got on the table top pieces, super nice, have already got compliments on the table.

Thanks!!

C.

Gary,

The chair was delivered today, in perfect condition, with the stool nestled inside. Great job packing the chair! And the cardboard we'll use as weed barrier under pine straw. The cardboard ought to work for years. It's good and thick.

We have a pair again, at last. And in time for our golden years. One delightful note is the degree that cherry darkens over time. Our old chair is 20 years darker. I know cherry does that, but will the new chair ever catch up--that is, does the darkening slow down? And may we both live to 90 to find out. For now, we have his and her chairs, with hers of course being the one I didn't destroy and replace.

A bow and hat tip to you and all your crew! Very, very well done! Y'all give life to these chairs--make them characters in our story. And that's rare, indeed.

Thank you so much.

J. A.
One more thing. The use of grain is masterful. I just love it.

It showed up and looks great!! Unfortunately, with COVID-19 we have had to postpone the event, so we won't get his reaction for a while, but I am satisfied with the product we received. thanks!!

D.

for V.C.M.

Gary,

It’s absolutely beautiful, and so comfortable. I love just running my hands over the wood. I am glad my husband found your company on line. I will spread the word to my friends.

I hope you, your family, and your company stay healthy through the current crisis.

Many thanks,
A. L.

Gary

Thank you for reaching out. We received the beautiful rocker and footstool and side table today. Everything arrived in perfect condition.

My husband took everything directly over to my daughter. She is over the top thrilled with the set. We are all very impressed with the workmanship and the professionalism you have shown. I am attaching a picture she sent us. God bless and may God be with you and your family and employees during this challenging time in our nation.

C.P.

Gary:

I love the chair & enjoy my morning tea & paper rocking away in peace & so far good health. Hope we all stay healthy & sane. We will visit again when we are allowed to roam free. Our best to your crew.

N.

Hi Gary,

We have definitely been using the rocker and loving it. It's my new morning spot for coffee and birdwatching.

L. L.

Garry Weeks and Co. –

The walnut rocker arrived in beautiful condition. Loving it. Thanks for all of the great work, care in packing, and great communication during the process.

Best
J_

Gary,

The table arrived in perfect condition, no scratches

The walnut is beautiful the grains in the drawers... just Beautiful. The workmanship just gorgeous. My family loves it. Thank you so very much!

L.

It has been delivered and my son and daughter-in-law love it! It was well worth the wait. Thank you for quality workmanship and stellar customer service. We’ll keep you in mind for any future furniture needs.

Sincerely,
P. F.

Hi Gary,

Just wanted to let you know that the rocker has been delivered without a hitch.

This chair is truly impressive. It looks so beautiful and feels so comfortable and well made. And what I didn't expect is that it smells really good, too.

Thank you for such prompt, fantastic service and construction of such a quality heirloom. If you do this sort of thing... can you please let your staff know that we appreciate how much obvious care and craftsmanship went into this rocking chair for a faceless yet appreciative customer?

Have a great day,
H.

Hi again Gary-

Just a quick hello and thanks to you and you team for creating a beautiful piece of furniture. Today was my wife’s birthday and she extremely happy to finally be able to get to see and use her chair. Needless to say she loves it. She’s says it’s more beautiful then she imagined. Hopefully I’ll get chance to sit in it :)..Please extend our thanks to everyone involved.

Best regards,
G.

Hey folks,

I received the Cherry rocker yesterday. It came in a box that looked like it had never left your shop. The rocker is absolutely beautiful. It is, as you claim, the most comfortable chair I could hope for.

I do have one problem though, I can’t get my wife out of it.

We both love it.

Thank you so much!
D.

Hi Gary,

The table is so striking, so gorgeous, it’s made everyone behave at the dinner table. Really glad we could get this from y’all. Thanks so much.

J.

Thank you so much for your email and good wishes. Yes, the rocker has arrived and we are delighted with it. What a beautiful piece of furniture!We've already spent happy times using it, and look forward to many more. M. and R. H.

Gary,

I ordered one of your walnut rockers as a present for my wife for her 60th birthday. She's wanted a rocking chair for quite some time to rock our grandchildren. I can't tell you how happy she is with the chair.

It's more beautiful than I imagined and is extremely comfortable. Our 5'3" daughter and 6'2" son-in-law were there and we all tried it out. I don't know how you did it but everyone who sat in the chair felt it was designed for them. My wife also commented on how 'soft' the wood is because it's so smooth. Never thought I would hear wood described as soft. It's really hard to walk past the chair and not sit down in it and relax for a while.

The service you provide is also top notch and something I really appreciate. You and Austin were very responsive, even though it was during the Christmas holiday. There was great communication throughout the ordering and shipping process. Even Mainfreight, the company you use to ship the chair, provided outstanding service.

It was really a pleasure doing business with your company. Please provide thanks to everyone!

Regards,
C.
 

Gary,

Everything is great. They arrived in good order and we are already enjoying them. Thank you for your excellent work.

B. B.

Thanks Gary,

I am rocking C. G. right now in your beautiful Cherry rocker.

Blessings
K.

The chairs we have from you are a constant source of pleasure for us and our guests.

E. S.

Hi Gary,

The varnish you applied to the walnut dining room table is amazing and practically indestructible! After all these years and countless family gatherings, there are no stains!

T. B.

Good morning!

We received the rocker yesterday in perfect condition!

Thank you again. It is beautiful.

D. H.

The chair is beautiful, Gary. We are thrilled with the outcome and are glad we waited for the mesquite. After 30 years (since we first met you at Whit Hanks) we can finally say we have the chair of our dreams.

Thank you and happy new year,
A. E.

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