pollock sling chair questions...  

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As best as I can offer them.
!. I believe that the arms are not "coated" but the same material all the way through. Though the exterior is polished to a shine, the interior is color-impregnated.
2. To my knowledge, Knoll was the only manufacturer and there are no copies, or knock-offs.
3. Again, I don't think that you have to worry about knock-offs. They may have just lost their sheen from age and use. If you want them to be shiny again, try waxing, polishing, or buffing the arms. Of course, this will accentuate any scratches or imperfections.
4.I don't know the answer to this question regarding repairing the frame/ arm. However, I hope you were able to make an insurance claim with the shipper.
We have had a number of the Pollock sling chairs over the years and we live with a pair in our home. I think they are great. LIke a rethinking of the Corbu armchair, but I find them more comfortable. In fact, everyone is struck by how comfortable the Pollock chair is despite its stark aesthetic. I'm sorry yours were damaged. Hopefully you can get them repaired or replaced.

Thanks for your reply. Good...
Thanks for your reply. Good to hear there are no other known copies. As for the arms - actually the ones that I have inspected have metal underneath the plastic coat which can be seen on those chairs where there are gouges in this coating. The seller is suggesting I contact an automotive shop to see if they have a technique to re-coat plastic - has anyone heard of this?

Repairing Pollock 657 chair
Evaluating and repairing Pollock chairs
1. The alum arms are coated with glossy epoxy. The original
paint is more acceptable than a sprayed facsimile.
2. If the large pin has broken off in the alum arm, it is
near
impossible to drill it out cleanly and tool a new pin.
This large cylindrical piece accepts a smaller pin
which enters the side of the 7/8s inch chrome tubing.
3. Chairs with the original Knoll label have greater
value and labels are usually secured adequately.
4. The goatskin cushion is frequently replaced with
other materials - changes reduce value of antiques.
C.S.
Charles Pollock International

Versions of the 657
Has anyone run any other versions of the 657 chair? I saw this picture on the Bernhardt website. It looks like the tube parts that make up the backrest are shorter. Could this be a prototype or earlier version of the chair?