15C LE prices

[Dave Frederickson]

(09-20-2015 11:09 AM)robert rozee Wrote:  

(09-19-2015 12:42 PM)Raymond Del Tondo Wrote:  And if you look at the way the 15C LE is presented, in a very special box wrapped into a clear plastic box, it's clear the the 15C LE was meant to be a collectors' item rather than a tool:-)

and as time goes by, it becomes even more important that you DO NOT break the seals on the box and try turning your 15C LE on. for the 15C LE is built with materials and technology that has a much shorter lifespan than the original 15C. i would expect that after 10 years a good proportion of 15C LE calculators will be non-functional (even if never touched) and only of use as a very static display. as long as that presentation box stays sealed, any non-functionality safely remains just a 'could be'.

When faced with a dilemma such as this, I like to refer to The Big Bang Theory, specifically the episode with Spock, debating on whether or not to open the package.

Spock: What is the purpose of a calculator?
Sheldon: To crunch numbers.
Spock: So to not crunch numbers with one would be ... ?
Sheldon: Illogical. Damn it Spock, you're right!

I like to play with the calculators in my collection.

Dave

EDIT: Yes, in the episode it's a MIB Mego Transporter, not a calculator, but you get the picture. And there's a Gorn involved.