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- The Curta is a handheld mechanical calculator first built in 1948 that was the best of its kind as a small arithmetic computing device.
The History of the Curta Calculator
- Thread starter jedishrfu
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- Calculator History
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the Curta calculator, focusing on its historical significance, availability in the market, and personal anecdotes related to ownership and collection. Participants share links to articles, advertisements, and videos related to the Curta calculator.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- One participant shares a link to an article detailing the history of the Curta mechanical calculator, describing it as remarkable.
- Another participant expresses admiration for the article and encourages others to read it in its entirety.
- A participant reminisces about wanting to own a Curta calculator in their youth but notes that they are now available on eBay at prices beyond their budget.
- There is mention of a Walmart advertisement for a Curta poster, highlighting the availability of merchandise related to the calculator.
- One participant humorously suggests they would sell their own Curta calculator if they could get the high price listed on eBay.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
The discussion does not present a consensus, as participants share personal experiences and opinions without resolving differing views on the value and availability of the Curta calculator.
Contextual Notes
Participants express varying levels of interest and financial constraints regarding the purchase of Curta calculators, indicating a lack of agreement on their affordability and desirability.