{"product_id":"soviet-calculator-elektronika-mk-42-boxed","title":"Soviet Calculator Elektronika MK-42 – Boxed New Old Stock, VFD Display, 1989","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet calculator is the Elektronika MK-42, a desktop model made in the USSR in 1989 and kept unused in storage ever since. It is new old stock, supplied with its original power cord, box, manual and circuit schematic. The 12-digit vacuum fluorescent display glows a bright green, which makes it a standout for collectors of vintage computing and Soviet electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Desktop calculator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elektronika MK-42\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 1989, per the stamp in the manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-digit green vacuum fluorescent display (VFD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic arithmetic, memory functions, percentage, reciprocal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220V AC with the original power cord, European\/Soviet plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original yellow and white cardboard box with vintage graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew old stock in open-box condition. The calculator has never been used and was stored for over 35 years. It is in mint condition with no scratches, cracks or yellowing. It was fully tested and works, and the display is bright and clear. It runs on 220V AC, so buyers in the US and Canada will need a step-up voltage transformer (110V to 220V) and a plug adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalculators with vacuum fluorescent displays were a notable part of Soviet electronics in the 1980s, and the MK-42 is one of the best-known desk models. A boxed, unused example with its paperwork and schematic is rare to see in this state, and it appeals to museums of computing, tech collectors and anyone who loves the glow of an early green digital display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElektronika MK-42 calculator with original 220V power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual booklet with technical specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal circuit schematic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681914257557,"sku":"EBAY-406915295526","price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-calculator-elektronika-mk-42-boxed-1.jpg?v=1791721328","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-calculator-elektronika-mk-42-boxed","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}