[ArchD]

It's a vanity item, like a Rolex watch, and its existence is not for actual utility.

Utility-wise for the cost, it's not outstanding compared to regular calculators. If you spend enough time with S100X for the cost to be justified, then you are wealthy or you are spending way too much time at the calculator and should reconsider your workflow, e.g. using a spreadsheet or Python script instead, and those things are cheaper than this calculator.

Nothing wrong if anyone wants to buy it. But technically there is nothing special here, just the physical appearance/build.

[CraigJPerry]

>> like a Rolex watch

A Grand Seiko could be an apt comparison, this is hand finished rather than mass produced on a production line. Also, by a Japanese craftsperson using a prized skill (lacquer vs zaratsu).

>> vanity item

Who covets a calculator? The attraction here is surely celebrating the craftsmanship and the story / history behind the product and firm that produced it.

[angled]

But surely, a Casio would be the fitting watch to wear while wielding this work: https://www.casio.com/us/watches/gshock/product.MRG-B2000JS-...

[bookofjoe]

aka Veblen good

[retinaros]

iphone is a vanity item. this is something unique handcrafted.

[fwipsy]

I'm an Android user but iPhones are good value. Most people use their phone a lot so it's worth paying extra for something capable, reliable, easy to use.