617 Oak Upholstered Swivel Bar Stool with Flexback

The Darafeev 617 is a flexback swivel bar stool designed for people who want more support than a typical low-back or backless stool.

Its fully upholstered back, padded seat, oak base, and Flexback movement give it a comfortable, chair-like feel that’s especially nice around a kitchen island or home bar where you might be sitting through dinner, drinks, or a long conversation.

Lean Back Movement

The Flexback is one of the features that makes the 617 especially comfortable.

The back allows approximately 1 to 1½ inches of movement, so you can lean back slightly instead of feeling locked into one position. It’s subtle—you aren’t reclining—but it gives the stool a little more flexibility as you sit.

For anyone comparing swivel bar stools with backs, that extra movement can make a noticeable difference during longer periods of sitting.

Comfort Underneath the Cushion, Too

The 617 also features suspension seating.

Instead of the cushion sitting directly over a hard platform, a suspended liner provides more give underneath you. Combined with the padded seat and Flexback, it helps this stool feel more like comfortable dining seating than a simple bar perch.

Swivel Toward the Kitchen or the Conversation

A swivel seat makes everyday life around an island or bar easier. You can turn toward someone in the room, face the kitchen, or get in and out without constantly dragging the entire stool around.

You can also select the swivel style that works best for the way you’ll use your stools.

At Barstool Comforts, we especially like swivel stools for open kitchens where the island faces more than one part of the room. You aren’t stuck facing the countertop while everyone else is talking behind you.

The Warm Look of an Oak Base

The oak frame gives this wooden swivel bar stool a warmer, more residential look than many metal stools.

Choose from a variety of wood finishes to coordinate with cabinetry, flooring, or nearby furniture. The upholstery can then either keep things understated or become the focal point.

If you’ve been searching for an oak swivel bar stool that feels like actual furniture rather than basic counter seating, the 617 fits that role particularly well.

Choose the Right Height

The 617 is available for both counter- and bar-height surfaces, so you can choose the size that works with your kitchen island or home bar.

• 26″ counter height pairs well with standard 36″ kitchen counters and islands.
• 30″ bar height works well with 40″ to 42″ bar-height counters and home bars.

That also makes the 617 a strong option for shoppers looking for a counter height swivel bar stool with a back or a taller upholstered stool for a home bar.

Make It Your Own

Choose the seat height, upholstery, oak finish, footplate finish, and swivel style.

Go light and neutral for an airy kitchen, pair a darker wood finish with leather for a more traditional look, or use the upholstery to bring in color or pattern.

The 617 may start with the same frame, but the final look can be very different depending on the choices you make.

At a Glance

• 5-year warranty on wood frame
• Made to last for decades
• Hand-crafted select American hardwood
• Old world craftsmanship and 12-step state-of-the-art finishing process
• High resilient foam seat with suspension seating
• Cushion is pulled tight to prevent cushion from rippling over time
• Environmentally friendly
• Includes nylon glides on the bottom of the feet to protect your linoleum floors — add felts for wood or linoleum floors for extra protection