First thing, this cage is not really black, or wrought iron, as it is described on the box. It looks more like an antiqued, hammered pewter finish. Black can be viewed as a harsh color for a cage, but this is truly an attractive looking bird cage. The pictures just do not do it justice at all.
Secondly, all I can say is OMG! This cage is huge! I took measurements before ordering to make sure I had enough space, but once this thing was put together, wow! I did have enough space, but holding up a measuring tape did not prepare me for being able to truly appreciate the enormity of this cage once it was assembled. My bird looks so darn small in it compared to his old cage. I will definitely be getting him some company.
Amazingly, this cage was more expensive on Amazon than where I bought mine from, which was on sale at Petco ($119 with free shipping), but it is way worth every penny. You just cannot purchase a cage of this size for this cheap of a price. And it is very sturdy, way more so than my birds previous one, which was also much smaller and more expensive. I don't know how good it would be for dexterious birds, for the door latches seem slightly insignificant, but for a flock of finches, parakeets or doves, it is more than ideal. The amount of space they will have is incredible. You can put a playset in the bottom of the cage, or even on top of it if you regularly let your birds out. And it has doors everywhere. Two large ones on the front, and 3 on each of the 2 sides.
As others have noted in their reviews (at Petco.com, which I highly recommend reading), the directions are a bit vague in identifying which pieces go where, but by carefully observing them before assembly, you can fairly easily figure them out. Look for holes where the wires go through. If a piece has holes on its bottom end, it is an upper piece. Assembly by 2 people took about 45 minutes, including cleanup. And the only tool needed was an allen wrench which was included.
I ordered it on a Friday, and received it Tuesday, in absolute perfect condition.
I give it five paws, five claws, and more!