eBay Item Description: Retro Tech Collectible

Title Idea: Vintage Radio Shack EC-405 Solar Calculator - COMPLETE IN BOX - Tested/Working

Product Overview:

Up for sale is a verified "time capsule" from 1984: a Radio Shack EC-405 Solar Powered Calculator (Cat. No. 65-903). This is a True Complete-in-Box (CIB) set, featuring the original retail box, owner's manual, black leatherette wallet case, and even the original factory bubble wrap sleeve.

Collector’s Note: While this set shows its 40+ years of history through honest vintage wear, it remains highly collectible. Finding this specific model with every original retail component intact is increasingly difficult. For a Radio Shack or 1980s tech enthusiast, the completeness of this set holds significant value and presents a wonderful piece of computing history.

eBay Condition Description

Condition: Pre-owned - Tested & Working - Complete Set with Vintage Wear (See Details)

"This 40+ year-old calculator set has been tested and is in full working order.

Operation Note: Typical of membrane-style calculators from this era, the buttons require a firm, deliberate press to register. For optimal performance, the internal contact pads can be easily cleaned by removing the backplate screws.

Calculator Body: The LCD display is crisp and dark. The metal backplate shows fine surface swirl marks and one minuscule indent that is only visible when tilted under direct light. This is purely cosmetic and does not affect operation.

Wallet Case Condition (Fair): The black leatherette case has a visible split/separation at the top seam (see close-up photo).

Manual Condition (Fair): The original manual has corner dings and a small piece of the top-right corner missing from the last page. All text remains legible.

Box Condition (Fair/Poor): The retail box shows significant vintage wear, including multiple scratches and stains on both the exterior and interior, a tear on the top flap, and internal 'foxing' (age spots).

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