definitive list of cases for each model calculator

[dmh]

Second hand calculators tend to come with whatever case someone can find, if any at all.

Unless you bought the model new it's hard to know exactly which cases go with which calculators and I'm guessing there may have been a few options for some models.

Is there a definitive list of calculator models and their cases?

I've had a look through the museum articles and you can see a some of the cases but can't tell for sure which are the same (similar colour but are they the same size etc).

For example:
- are the cases for the 35, 80 and 45 the same and what does it look like?
- are all Classic cases (except the 67) the same?
- are all Woodstock cases the same?
- are all Spice cases the same?

I have lots of calculators and cases I have acquired and some are different for the same series so I'd love to know if they are correct alternative options or have just come in whatever case someone could find.

TIA, dmh

[TomC]

Original 67 case is like 65 case.

(07-15-2021 11:35 AM)dmh Wrote:  Second hand calculators tend to come with whatever case someone can find, if any at all.

Unless you bought the model new it's hard to know exactly which cases go with which calculators and I'm guessing there may have been a few options for some models.

Is there a definitive list of calculator models and their cases?

I've had a look through the museum articles and you can see a some of the cases but can't tell for sure which are the same (similar colour but are they the same size etc).

For example:
- are the cases for the 35, 80 and 45 the same and what does it look like?
- are all Classic cases (except the 67) the same?
- are all Woodstock cases the same?
- are all Spice cases the same?

I have lots of calculators and cases I have acquired and some are different for the same series so I'd love to know if they are correct alternative options or have just come in whatever case someone could find.

TIA, dmh

[AndiGer]

HP-35 red dot has a double stitch case

I once got a dark brown case embossed HP with a paper sticker inside: Made in USA and marked #33. Size is about the size of woodstock cases but thinner material - similar to spice cases. I have no idea which calculator (if for any) it was made for.

[Kostas Kritsilas]

Some cases mix and match. I have a black leather case, which I believe was originally for either the HP-35 or HP-80, but fits not only the HP-65, but also the HP-41CX (as long as the card reader is not attached). I suspect that the leatherette Classic case will also fit the HP-41CX without the attached card reader, as well. I think, but cannot confirm, that there are a few other combinations that will work just fine, solely on the basis of how close the exterior dimensions of the calculators are.

Just going from the description, the dark brown case sounds like a Spice case, and the 33 is probably referring to the HP-33E or HP-33C.

[Ren]

I just want to add that HP PDAs also came with (leather) cases with an embossed HP logo.
That could confuse the issue.

[Maximilian Hohmann]

Hello!

(07-15-2021 11:35 AM)dmh Wrote:  - are all Woodstock cases the same?

No. Most are greenish-brown-ugly-military-camouflage colored, but there are a few black ones too. They are very rare, I have maybe 20 woodstock cases and only one of them is black. It came with an HP-25.

Regards
Max

[AndiGer]

(07-16-2021 12:08 AM)Kostas Kritsilas Wrote:  Just going from the description, the dark brown case sounds like a Spice case, and the 33 is probably referring to the HP-33E or HP-33C.

A spice doesn't fit inside (ok, maybe press fit), spice cases are wider and longer and have the teddy bear lining inside.

Right = spice case, left = #33 - inside view in first picture

[Didier Lachieze]

EDIT: the latest version of this list is now published as a pdf file in the article section.

- Due to the 10 pictures limit per post this is a multi-post reply -

Here is a list of HP cases for HP calculators built from my observations over the years. I may have made mistakes or missed some cases or some variants.
(most pictures are from my own cases, some are from eBay)

Classic:

• Double stitch leather case – shipped with early HP-35 units including "Red Dot" ones – PN# 03505A
  
• Standard Leather case – shipped with most HP-35 units – PN# HP 82005A
  
• Standard Leather case with internal pocket for quick reference guide – shipped with HP-80 & HP-45 – PN# HP 82012A
  
  

[Didier Lachieze]

Classic (continued):

• Brown vinyl case with zipper – shipped with late HP-35/45/80 and all HP-55/70 units – PN# HP 82021A
  
• Black leather case with pocket – shipped with HP-65 units ( compatible with the HP-67) – PN# HP 82017A
  
• Classic hard case - available as an aftermarket option – PN# HP 82006A
  
• HP-65 hard case - available as an aftermarket option ( compatible with the HP-67) – PN# HP 82016A
  
  

[Didier Lachieze]

Woodstock:

• Small brown vinyl case – shipped with HP-2x Woodstock units - PN# HP 82027A
  
• Brown vinyl case with internal pocket – shipped with HP-67 (compatible with the HP-65) – PN# HP 82053A
  
• Brown soft case – shipped with HP-91, HP-92 & HP-97 – PN# HP 82035A
  
  

[Didier Lachieze]

Woodstock (continued):

• Black soft case – shipped with HP10 & HP-19C – PN# HP 82064A
  
  

Spice:

• Black vinyl case – shipped with Spice units – PN# HP 82110A
  
  I've seen mention of two versions, one with inside fur that was shipped in particular with the 34C and another one smaller without the fur inside.
  

Coconut:

• Long brown vinyl case – shipped with all HP-41 units, provides room for a 41 with the card reader and a foam padding for the 41 without the card reader – PN# HP 82111A
  
  

[Didier Lachieze]

Voyager:

• Black slip case – shipped with all Voyager units (note: there have been other cases shipped with HP-12C platinum / anniversary units) – PN# HP 82174A
  v1: HP logo on one side, large opening
  
  v2: HP logo on both sides, small opening
  
• Leather case – available as an aftermarket option for Voyagers in different colors – PN# HP 92169A (black)/ 92169B (brown)/ 92169C (burgundy)
  
  

[Didier Lachieze]

HP 71B:

• Brown vinyl case – shipped with all HP-71B – PN# HP 82463A
  
  

Clamshell:
shipped without a case

• Leather case – available as an aftermarket option for Clamshells in different colors – PN# HP 92169D (black)/ 92169E (brown)/ 92169F (burgundy)
  
  

[Didier Lachieze]

Pioneer:

• Black vinyl slip case v1 – shipped with early Pioneer units – PN# HP 82243A
  
• Black vinyl slip case v2 – shipped with later Pioneer units – PN# HP 82243A (same PN# for the 2 versions?)
  
• Leather case – available as an aftermarket option for Pioneers in different colors – PN# HP 92169K (black)/ 92169L (brown)/ 92169M (burgundy)
  
  

[Didier Lachieze]

82240A/B IR printer:

• Leather case – available as an aftermarket option in different colors – PN# HP 92169G (black)/ 92169H (brown)/ 92169J (burgundy)
  
  

HP 48:

• Early 48SX soft vinyl case with a flap/velcro - (is there a specific PN#?)
  
• Soft vinyl case with zipper for 48 series calculators – PN# HP 82221A
  
  

[rprosperi]

BOOKMARK!!!!

Thanks very much Didier, this is an amazing post to have so many cases notes, photos and details all in one place.

I'm traveling but when I get back I have some small notes and possible additions and will likely send them to you to add here if useful, rather than adding another post 'down below' so the reader has to scroll around of go to new pages.

This post took a huge amount of time, effort and care to create, and I want to share my sincere thanks for all of that to create such an interesting and useful resource!

THANK YOU!

[Massimo Gnerucci]

Yes, thank you Dider.

Well worth an article, for future reference!

[toml_12953]

(07-17-2021 01:15 PM)Massimo Gnerucci Wrote:  Yes, thank you Dider.

Well worth an article, for future reference!

And don't forget the travel cases. There was one which was black with aluminum trim. It looked just like a Norelco electric razor case. There was another, plastic clamshell case that came in various shades of gray.

[Didier Lachieze]

Thanks for your nice words any comment to improve/correct what I posted is welcome.

(07-17-2021 01:15 PM)Massimo Gnerucci Wrote:  Well worth an article, for future reference!

I initially wanted to post this content in the article section, but with the 10 pictures limit per post and the fact that replies to articles are not allowed, this was not possible.

(07-17-2021 01:22 PM)toml_12953 Wrote:  And don't forget the travel cases. There was one which was black with aluminum trim. It looked just like a Norelco electric razor case. There was another, plastic clamshell case that came in various shades of gray.

Yes, there were several versions of the travel case for the Classics.

[cahlucas]

Hi all,
A nice collection of photos indeed. I could also add a few more as I have some cases that are not listed. If necessary, I will take pictures and publish them here. If you want to replace some cases with others, check out the Samson Cables website (https://samsoncables.com). In addition to various cases, you will also find other matters that may be of interest. I hope this has helped those who need a new case (or something else). Sincerely, Karel.