Modern case for HP 71b

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(09-12-2021 11:39 PM)polbit Wrote:  Just wondering if anyone has found that perfect fit modern replacement for the HP 71b case. I'm currently using a TI-Nspire hard case, but it's quite big, and haven't really found THE one. Would love something I can throw into my backpack without worrying about the 71...

Here's a reasonable candidate. Not quite a perfect fit but attractive enough in a brown faux pebbled leather material.
   
It's the case for a Tecsun PL-880 shortwave radio. The 71B does rattle around a bit since it's thinner than the radio and not quite as tall. A half inch of foam beneath the calculator would eliminate the gap. There's a felt like inner layer with a protective cardboard insert between inner and outer layer material which keeps buttons from being pressed when the case is closed.
   
The pocket in the upper part of the case is perfect for reference cards. The carrying strap is a nice touch for pulling the case from storage. The case can be found separately on The Bay for about $11 and at a fair discount in modest quantity.

Not quite a match for a bespoke case, but not bad either!
~Mark