HP 12c Financial Calculator (12C#ABA) | 
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Brand: Hewlett-Packard
Category: CE
List Price: $95.19
Buy New: $49.00
You Save: $46.19 (49%)
New (42) Used (8) Refurbished (2) from $44.95
Avg. Customer Rating:  144 reviews
Format: Cd
Platform: Windows
Color: Blk/Gold
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 5 x 3.1 x 0.6
Warranty: 1
MPN: HP12C
Model: HP12C
UPC: 882780792104
EAN: 0808736931267
ASIN: B00000JBLH
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Calculator with built-in financial functions and statistics | | • | Uses Reverse Polish Notation (RPN) | | • | More than 120 built-in functions, including register-based cash-flow analysis | | • | 10-character, 1-line LCD display | | • | Device measures 5.0 x 0.6 x 3.1 inches (WxHxD) |
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Amazon.com Review
If you bought yourself a financial calculator during the 1980s, chances are it was this bad boy. Nothing has changed since its introduction--it still uses Reverse Polish Notation (RPN), is easy and versatile in programming, and has a thin, sturdy casing. Certainly, there's been newer, fancier calculators introduced since, but there's something to be said for the quality of classics. The HP 12C's functions include all the basics--such as calculating APR, NPV, and IRR--and statistics are a snap. For students new to financial calculators, this is an excellent place to start. For the most part, the manual reads like a minitextbook, walking you through sample problems and situations followed by graphs and tables demonstrating the technique--and you can even check your results. The section on creating programs does seem to be written for the technically ignorant, addressing in detail how you could possibly benefit from using programs, but it'll still help you get the job done. In general, it's a bit slower than newer models, just like last year's computer isn't as speedy as today's new release. On the plus side, it's just 3 by 5 inches and slips easily into a pocket. The bottom is printed with a few little cheat notes for common functions, which is nice for quick reference. The HP 12C's one-year warranty and available tech-support line offer reassurance this little workhorse will continue to be an industry standard for years to come. --Jill Lightner Pros:
- Pocket size
- Thorough and simple instruction manual
- Competitive price
Cons:
- Calculates more slowly than modern machines
What's in the Box
Calculator, user's manual, installed batteries and carrying case
Product Description
Programmable financial calculator Comprehensive instruction manual Uses reverse polish notation (RPN)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 139 more reviews...
 WORKHORSE of finance calculators!!!!! November 12, 2008
I bought my HP-12C way back in december 1987, and except for replacing the batteries, it just keeps crunching out the numbers. I've had many, many calculators since late 70's and the HP-12C has been my favorite and I consider it to be the best calculator that will ever be engineered. Just my opinon..........
The Flash November 10, 2008
This was purchased as a replacement for a worn out HP calculator. The service was quick and the calculator was just as anticipated.
 HP 12c Calculator September 8, 2008
HP has significantly changed the way they design or manufacture their calculators over the years. I purchased my first HP 12c more than 15 years ago, and now that it has been dropped more than a "million" times I decided to get a replacement. Compared to my original HP 12c, the new one I received has a "slower" processor and the numbers seem to "creep" up to the display (I've check the performance with multiple sets of batteries). Also, the keys do not seem to have a firm "detent" and one needs to check the numbers before entering or performing any calculations. These two issues alone compel me to question the integrity of HP products - currently and future purchases. The bottom line.... I feel I should have spent $10 for this calc rather then the $70 HP asked for. The HP 12c is not being built as a "Sherman Tank" any more, so I would certainly look around before settling on an accurate, robust calculator you can depend on.
 HP-12C September 2, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Since I bought my first HP 12C calculator in the early 1980s, I've never been able to go back to a "normal" calculator. I guess my brain works better with RPN. I think the newer version, while cheaper than the one I first bought, seems to lack some of the sturdiness of the original. I hear a clicking noise when I shake it, for instance.
It seems to work, though.
HP 12C - The sturdy stalwart August 7, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I can't really say any more than has already been said. This calc is the industry standard. I have used TI calcs many years because I could not get the reverse polish logic thing working in my head. Well, a friend encouraged me and now I'm happily sailing along with my 12C. Get one, spend some time with it, and you will be satisfied. And this thing can do more than 98% of the users will ever ask of it. The battery lasts forever too.
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