I just bought the HP 17BII calculator and work in the autofinance business. Some of my co-workers recommend this item so I thought I'd give it a try. My first impression is that a very light calculator and even though it looks more modern than the previous version, I thought the look n feel had a plastic feel to it that is not impressive (i prefered the old solid OEMs). About the menus I thing is very easy to use, the TVM and cash flow as well as the examples in the manual help the user to achieve the results they are looking for. Also I think the solver is one of the most powerful functions available and also easy to type calculator, bonds, date and currencies also very good to have. To summarize and excellent machine in a not so good package, if you can, buy the previous version (2003) has a more 'long lasting' buttons and fell to it. Enjoy!!
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