History of the Eames Molded Plastic Chairs

The Herman Miller Eames Molded Fiberglass chairs are absolute icons in the world of Mid-century Modern furniture. For a while they stopped making these chairs completely. Then, Herman Miller released the same molded designs in plastic. Now, the fiberglass chairs are back. At this time, both plastic and fiberglass chairs are available.
This video explores the history of these iconic chairs. Feel free to fill in any details we missed in the comments. And check out Smart Furniture's cool selection of Eames Molded Chairs smartfurniture...

[@ricardomorales6522]

where can I find a supplier for the molded plastic?

[@carolinekuyrkendall]

I love the textile on that first chair

[@Laneythekid]

So is it just environmental concerns that made them improve their fiberglass methods or are the older ones dangerous once they start to chip and wear?

[@heavyweather]

Not dangerous. The molded ones were introduced in the 90ties and are cheaper and faster to produce than the fiberglass shells.
Mine is original H. Miller, black fiberglass, Eifel Tower DSR base, cream skyleather (faux leather) with black trim.
The rubber is gone and the inserts are loose in the shell but won't come out...don't know what would be dangerous about it. The inserts could get epoxied easily.