Vinyl Arm Pads Caps for Herman Miller Classic Aeron Chair Graphite Black

I was skeptical but decided it would be really easy to return if I didn't like and I got them in 1 day with prime. I had just got a used classic Aeron and the vinyl arm pads were scratched up pretty bad. I wasn't sure what to expect but was actually impressed when I opened the box. They look great and I believe are slightly more "cushiony" than the stock vinyl pads. Install was super easy. A lot of people stated that it was hard to screw but I found that it was only because there is no tread however the screws that came with my Aeron went in fine and I didn't have to force very hard. Anyone that has used a self tapping screw before will recognize the force you need to screw in. Overall I'm very impressed. It looks and feels great. It may be 1cm shorter than the stock however I have plenty of space for my elbow. I don't notice it at all. If you don't want to sell your arm for a new arm pad this is the way to go.

Easy to put on, fits the old chair perfectly. It is firmer than the previous, scratched up and torn leather armrest but not inconveniently so.

Great item. Fit perfectly and looks great.

I think these are okay replacements but they aren't as soft as the original vinyl arm pads.

The new arms fit perfectly and were easy to install. I love my chair again.

Fits perfect the Screws holes align perfect. I have no idea why others complain about these.

Each arm pad is wrapped in a protective sleeve with a second individual layer of bubble wrap. Installation is easy as the original screws and hole locations match the replacement arm pad perfectly. As the provided images show (the replacement is on the right in the pics), the replacement is more substantial than the original and is also more firm. It's not rock hard, it's just not as forgiving as the original pad. To the touch, the vinyl feels as expected -- not scratchy but not leathery smooth either. The original pads feel smoother to the touch, but I suspect that the feel of the replacement will be similar as it wears. My only concern is how the seam along the length of the replacement pad will wear over time. Regardless, I am pleasantly satisfied with this purchase given its price over Herman Miller's current $110+ premium. I recommend these replacement arm pads with confidence.

They made my room smell so I let them air out for a few days and they STILL smell. If this doesn't improve I'll be making a return.Edit: So it's been over a month and they still smell. I coated them in Baking Soda and washed them thoroughly. That's what I get for buying cheap Chinese products I guess.