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I've just posted the slide rule prices for September at:<br><br><a href=http://www.sliderules.clara.net/prices/prices.htm...
ronaldmanley
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Oct 3, 2001
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check out the club photos 2 odd ones, the circular one I used for writing programs on punch card computers (I still have a 8088 8" drive but just use it for...
BobEBray
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Oct 6, 2001
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Great Sliderules. I especially love the circular one. Sounds like you have a few entries for vintage computers, too!...
slidegeek
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Oct 8, 2001
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the timex still runs ( abet slow ) my 8088 laptop got droped needs repair .soon post photo -Pickett model 1010-t & a log on log...
BobEBray
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Oct 13, 2001
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I have a query is the 67/54 R the same as the 67 / 54 Rb I have One in the case in excellent condition with the Addiator on the back, from the photos I have...
mark_clohesy
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Oct 13, 2001
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Sorry it has taken so long to reply. It has been very busy lately. The best answer I can give is to go to the Sphere Research site and check the Faber Castell...
slidegeek
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Oct 16, 2001
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Getting some scans done of my F C 67/54 R will have them up shortly...
mark_clohesy
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Oct 29, 2001
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I've just posted the ebay slide rule prices for October at:<br><br><a href=http://www.sliderules.clara.net/prices/prices.htm...
ronaldmanley
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Nov 3, 2001
9:13 pm
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If I am reading this correctly. The market seems a little soft right now. Perhaps not the time to "thin out" one's collection. Am I right?<br>sg...
slidegeek
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Nov 7, 2001
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Forgot to say that it seems to be a buyers market right now. Seem to be some great deals out there...
slidegeek
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Nov 7, 2001
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The market seems to have been in slow decline for some time. Another indicator of this is that the proportion of rules offered for sale on ebay but which are ...
ronaldmanley
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Nov 8, 2001
2:57 pm
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...and greetings to all existing members. Please feel free to post your thoughts, photos, experiences and new additions to your collections. This is a BUYERS...
slidegeek
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Nov 9, 2001
2:14 pm
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I checked out the link to pholland's excellent website. It is well worth taking a look. The software section also has some real interesting things. If anyone ...
slidegeek
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Nov 12, 2001
10:07 pm
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BobEBray has added 2 pictures to the photo section. Check them out!...
slidegeek
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Nov 12, 2001
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Certainly, I'm happy that I just got my first slide rule - an Otis King model L in good condition - for US$108. I've had some fun tonight figuring out how to...
mark_tb_carroll
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Nov 30, 2001
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Hi all...new to the group!<br><br>I've been keen on SRs for a long time (I'm 31) and was really upset to lose (actually it was stolen) my Pickett N3T a while...
wigglepiguk
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Dec 12, 2001
3:27 pm
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Welcome to the club! Be sure to check our links section as there are many excellent sites, from all over the UK, US, and Canada that are offering a wide ...
slidegeek
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Dec 12, 2001
8:25 pm
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Tell us more about your rule. WHat scales, material etc....
slidegeek
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Dec 12, 2001
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Hi --<br><br>Does anyone know how to calculate natural logarithms on a slide rule that lacks an Ln scale? I've been told that it can be done, but none of the...
NSPalmer
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Dec 21, 2001
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Hi, I'm Korny.<br><br>To find the required Ln, just take the<br>log (base ten) and multiply by .43429.<br><br>This is the Ln(n)/Log(n). The value above is not ...
raykornele
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Dec 21, 2001
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Hi, Korny --<br><br>Thank you! That one had me puzzled.<br><br>Noah...
NSPalmer
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Dec 21, 2001
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I gave you the wrong info. The number, .43429 converts from Ln to Log.<br><br>To go from Log to Ln use the reciprocal of .43429, or...
raykornele
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Dec 21, 2001
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Hello,<br><br> I am new. Merry Christmas.<br><br> New Guy...
decilon911
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Dec 25, 2001
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It has scales 429 and 430, black on white, with a chrome plated handle and black paint on the cursor. I scanned the little instruction leaflet and turned it...
mark_tb_carroll
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Jan 4, 2002
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I should add that the white in the little line on the cursor has faded a bit. I haven't figured out yet how to restore that without fear of spreading the white...
mark_tb_carroll
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Jan 4, 2002
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It is gratifying to see that we have now passed the 80 members mark. Welcome to all new members. All members are invited to post your comments, question, news ...
slidegeek
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Jan 7, 2002
9:23 pm
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hi i never knew slide rules existed until my mother gave me her old one (an acu-math model 400 in near-mint cond. w/case&instructions) today i love slide rules...
vladimir_radinov
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Jan 10, 2002
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I couldn't agree with you more. I both collect as well as use slide rules. I'd never be without one as I use one every day. It is interesting you mention the ...
gkarusa
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Jan 10, 2002
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I though some of you might like to know that I have posted a slide rule calendar on my web site. There are two versions, a small one with lower resolution at...
ronaldmanley
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Jan 10, 2002
9:51 pm
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The large one is printed out and hanging proudly on my office wall! Looks great! <br>Thanks Ronald<br>sg...
slidegeek
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Jan 11, 2002
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