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product_id: 14274220
title: "Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator"
brand: "yellow mountain imports"
price: "€ 70.94"
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# Anti-skid rubber feet for stability 17 columns for complex calculations Premium wood & ABS plastic beads Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator

**Brand:** yellow mountain imports
**Price:** € 70.94
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧠 Calculate with Confidence, Impress with Style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator by yellow mountain imports
- **How much does it cost?** € 70.94 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- yellow mountain imports enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yellow mountain imports brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Stay Grounded, Stay Focused:** Non-marring rubber feet keep your abacus steady during intense number crunching sessions.
- • **Master Mental Math Like a Pro:** Harness the power of a 17-column soroban to boost your calculation speed and accuracy.
- • **Vintage Vibes, Modern Mindset:** Own a piece of history that sharpens your numerical intuition and sets you apart in any professional setting.
- • **Montessori-Approved Brain Booster:** Ideal for educators and parents aiming to develop foundational math skills in kids and adults alike.
- • **Timeless Craftsmanship Meets Modern Utility:** Classic wooden frame with durable ABS beads and a mechanical reset button for effortless use.

## Overview

The Yellow Mountain Imports YMI Vintage Wood Soroban Abacus is a 17-column manual calculator crafted from quality wood and ABS plastic beads, measuring 13.9 inches long and weighing 1 lb. Featuring a mechanical reset button and anti-skid rubber feet, it offers a stable, tactile experience ideal for mental math training, Montessori education, and professional use. This classic tool bridges centuries-old calculation methods with modern learning, perfect for anyone looking to enhance their arithmetic skills with a stylish, reliable device.

## Description

desertcart.com: Yellow Mountain Imports YMI Vintage Wood Soroban Abacus, 17 Column, 13.9 in | 17-column wooden soroban abacus with reset button, 13.9 x 3.7 x 1 in, anti-skid feet, weighs 1 lb. : Toys & Games

Review: Bigger than I expected. - My mother made me go to Abacus school when I was younger. Even as a child, I was fascinated and impressed by my school mates who were able to perform very complex calculations all in their head. Unfortunately, I never reached their level during my brief schooling before having to move, but I suddenly decided that I wanted to pick back up where I left off after over 30 years of hiatus. This abacus made of wood is surprisingly large. Because it is so much bigger (3 1/2") and heavier than more standard abacus I was used to, I was initially turned off by it. However, I decided to try it out and then I started appreciating it more by day. Because it's heavy, I don't ever have to steady it with my other hand and the Reset mechanism that I initially thought was unnecessary came in very handy because of the heftiness of the device.The beads move well and stick where you place them fairly ok. The beads are a bit looser than the abacus I had as a youngster, but for all intents and purposes, this is a good device at a reasonable price and probably would work out better for men with larger hands. Although the corner brass bracings could be done better (mine are lifted and wrinkled), It has an interesting antique look to it. For those of you looking to learn Abacus, there's no need to purchase expensive educational books. You can find many great free resources on the web --for one just search for "ABACUS: MYSTERY OF THE BEAD" and you'll learn all necessary concepts, and the rest is for you to practice practice practice. I add 1 through 100 daily (sum 5050), and subtract back down to 0 multiple times. There are more exercises you can perform like games in the aforementioned tutorial and other online resources. Like everything else, the more you practice your speed and coordination improves and you'll be able to visualize calculation in your mind without having to use the device.
Review: A practical abacus made more for work than for show - This is not my first abacus, but it is the first with a reset button, and I like it. First one I ever got was a "transitional" soroban which I picked up from an antique dealer in Korea. It has one bead "topside" and five "below decks," with the former owner's name painted on the back. This one is about the same size - somewhat large, meant to stay put and not be carried around. For the true old-timers reading this, imagine the difference between a pocket calculator and an office adding machine. As I recall abacus use from my time in Korea (1990-1991), examples in this size were what you'd see at the cash drawer of the small restaurants and stores in the little village just off-post. Among the things to like about this abacus, a few things stand out: o It has rubber feet to help it stay put. Another reviewer said the arrangement of the feet makes it wobbly and perhaps it does. The obvious solution is to not lean one's hand on the thing. Proper technique discourages leaning on it anyway. o The placement of the little brass brads BETWEEN the rows of beads rather than in line with every one-in-three makes designating a "unit" column that much easier. It makes the brads appear to be where the decimal point and commas ought to be, which is visually easier to grasp. o Materials and workmanship imply practical utility over aesthetic beauty. It is built to be used. In the same way exercise makes the body stronger, use of the abacus makes the mind stronger. One of the advantages of archaic aids to calculation such as the abacus, the slide rule and the log table book, is that of instilling in the operator an intuitive sense of the relationships between the numbers he or she is working with and the things those numbers represent. In other words, one develops a sort of "sixth sense" regarding quantity, spatial relationship, magnitude, etc. by working with these old devices, which in turn makes the operator better at the math he or she is called upon to perform. Calculators and computers are more convenient, certainly, but we lose something valuable when we rely on electronic devices to do our thinking for us all the time.

## Features

- Timeless Reliability: A calculator in its classical form, the abacus/soroban features a system used before written numerals, and is still used in parts of the world by merchants, traders, and clerks
- An Ideal Montessori Math Tool: Make math practice more effective; Using an abacus as a math manipulative is a great way to teach kids how to count, equate and compute mentally
- Classically Crafted Wooden Set: This 17-digit professional wooden soroban abacus comes with a mechanical reset button; It measures 13.9 x 3.7 x 1 inches (35.3 x 9.5 x 2.7 centimeters) and weighs 1lb (0.45kg); Beads are made from quality ABS plastic and secured on metal rods
- Non-Marring Anti-Skid Rubber Feet: Keeps the abacus from sliding around while in use and protects your table surface
- Arithmetic Education Must-Have: Manipulative tools such as this abacus is an important teaching supplement for your grade-schoolers' education; It can be used in teaching number concepts in remote learning or homeschooling settings; Abacuses are also a proven useful learning device for the visually impaired

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00SQW8EYS |
| Age Range Description | Teen, Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #36,043 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #24 in Math Materials |
| Brand Name | Yellow Mountain Imports |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,068 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Foundational math skills development in young learners |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00810989022609 |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Item Dimensions | 13.9 x 3.7 x 1.1 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.45 kg |
| Manufacturer | Yellow Mountain Imports |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 600 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 60 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EDU-00001-A |
| Material Type | ABS Plastic, Metal, Wood |
| Model Number | EDU-00001-A |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | manual |
| Set Name | Soroban |
| Size | Medium |
| Supported Battery Types | No batteries required |
| Theme | Educational |
| UPC | 810989022609 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Images

![Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ErWXMb4PL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do the beads stay in place when you move them ?**
A: The device has rubber feet, which keep it securely in place.  The beads are very easy to maneuver, and will stay where you put them.  I found a great set of tutorials on YouTube that made learning to use the abacus lots of fun.

**Q: are the beads in the abacus plastic or wooden?  if they are wooden, do they have lead free paint?  where is it made?**
A: Hi, the beads are made of wood. This abacus is made in China. The paint is not lead free however the amount is well below safety standard.

**Q: Does this come with a guide?**
A: I don't remember getting a guide with the abacus itself, but I ordered one at the same time and found it helpful. I got "Learn to do Math with Soroban, a Japanese abacus" from SAI Speed Math Academy.

**Q: Will this make me better smrt?**
A: Mental gymnastics are the key to preventing Alzheimer and Dementia.
Better smart, no. Smart longer, yes. But you have to practice it and play it like a game.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bigger than I expected.
*by R***P on May 30, 2016*

My mother made me go to Abacus school when I was younger. Even as a child, I was fascinated and impressed by my school mates who were able to perform very complex calculations all in their head. Unfortunately, I never reached their level during my brief schooling before having to move, but I suddenly decided that I wanted to pick back up where I left off after over 30 years of hiatus. This abacus made of wood is surprisingly large. Because it is so much bigger (3 1/2") and heavier than more standard abacus I was used to, I was initially turned off by it. However, I decided to try it out and then I started appreciating it more by day. Because it's heavy, I don't ever have to steady it with my other hand and the Reset mechanism that I initially thought was unnecessary came in very handy because of the heftiness of the device.The beads move well and stick where you place them fairly ok. The beads are a bit looser than the abacus I had as a youngster, but for all intents and purposes, this is a good device at a reasonable price and probably would work out better for men with larger hands. Although the corner brass bracings could be done better (mine are lifted and wrinkled), It has an interesting antique look to it. For those of you looking to learn Abacus, there's no need to purchase expensive educational books. You can find many great free resources on the web --for one just search for "ABACUS: MYSTERY OF THE BEAD" and you'll learn all necessary concepts, and the rest is for you to practice practice practice. I add 1 through 100 daily (sum 5050), and subtract back down to 0 multiple times. There are more exercises you can perform like games in the aforementioned tutorial and other online resources. Like everything else, the more you practice your speed and coordination improves and you'll be able to visualize calculation in your mind without having to use the device.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A practical abacus made more for work than for show
*by P***H on June 22, 2018*

This is not my first abacus, but it is the first with a reset button, and I like it. First one I ever got was a "transitional" soroban which I picked up from an antique dealer in Korea. It has one bead "topside" and five "below decks," with the former owner's name painted on the back. This one is about the same size - somewhat large, meant to stay put and not be carried around. For the true old-timers reading this, imagine the difference between a pocket calculator and an office adding machine. As I recall abacus use from my time in Korea (1990-1991), examples in this size were what you'd see at the cash drawer of the small restaurants and stores in the little village just off-post. Among the things to like about this abacus, a few things stand out: o It has rubber feet to help it stay put. Another reviewer said the arrangement of the feet makes it wobbly and perhaps it does. The obvious solution is to not lean one's hand on the thing. Proper technique discourages leaning on it anyway. o The placement of the little brass brads BETWEEN the rows of beads rather than in line with every one-in-three makes designating a "unit" column that much easier. It makes the brads appear to be where the decimal point and commas ought to be, which is visually easier to grasp. o Materials and workmanship imply practical utility over aesthetic beauty. It is built to be used. In the same way exercise makes the body stronger, use of the abacus makes the mind stronger. One of the advantages of archaic aids to calculation such as the abacus, the slide rule and the log table book, is that of instilling in the operator an intuitive sense of the relationships between the numbers he or she is working with and the things those numbers represent. In other words, one develops a sort of "sixth sense" regarding quantity, spatial relationship, magnitude, etc. by working with these old devices, which in turn makes the operator better at the math he or she is called upon to perform. Calculators and computers are more convenient, certainly, but we lose something valuable when we rely on electronic devices to do our thinking for us all the time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent design and very good quality
*by B***E on May 28, 2025*

I am very pleasantly surprised by the build quality of this inexpensive abacus. It's feels very solid and works well. I'm also very pleased with some of the design considerations that went into this model: The brass bars contrast well with the black beads making it easier to quickly read the results. having a lighter colored bead at the top of every third column makes it easier to keep track of which place value you're at. I also appreciate that the pins placed for the decimal/comma place holders are positioned between the columns, rather than in-line, just like you would write the commas/decimal between the numbers when writing the numbers out. The beads are also good sized; big enough to easily manipulate, but not so big so as to be inefficient. This may not be an ultra-fancy display piece, but it is a very functional, well built and attractive abacus to learn with.

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