--- product_id: 14274220 title: "Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator" brand: "yellow mountain imports" price: "39256CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Yellow Mountain Imports" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/14274220-vintage-style-wooden-abacus-w-reset-button-17-column-soroban store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 13.9-inch precision size Mechanical reset button 17-column soroban layout Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator **Brand:** yellow mountain imports **Price:** 39256CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧮 Unlock vintage vibes, modern mental math mastery! ## 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?** 39256CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/14274220-vintage-style-wooden-abacus-w-reset-button-17-column-soroban) ## Best For - yellow mountain imports enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yellow mountain imports brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Anti-Skid Stability:** Non-marring rubber feet keep your abacus firmly in place, so focus stays on calculations, not sliding distractions. - • **Timeless Mental Mastery:** Harness centuries-old soroban design to sharpen your arithmetic skills with unmatched tactile precision. - • **Montessori-Approved Math Tool:** Elevate your child's cognitive development with a hands-on manipulative that transforms abstract numbers into tangible learning. - • **Inclusive Educational Essential:** Perfect for homeschooling, remote learning, and visually impaired students—making math accessible and engaging for all. - • **Ergonomic & Durable Craftsmanship:** Expertly crafted wooden frame with smooth ABS beads on metal rods ensures a premium feel and lasting performance. ## Overview The Yellow Mountain Imports Vintage Style Wooden Abacus is a professional-grade 17-column soroban calculator measuring 13.9 inches, featuring a mechanical reset button and anti-skid rubber feet. Crafted with quality ABS beads on metal rods within a sturdy wooden frame, it’s designed for effective mental arithmetic practice, Montessori education, and inclusive learning environments. ## Description Product description Do the math with this classic vintage style wooden abacus featuring 17 columns (17 digits) and a well-crafted wooden frame. Ideal for Learning and Improving Math Skills The abacus is a powerful educational tool that can teach children the fundamentals of mathematics. This includes counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Its tactile nature and visual design make it an ideal aid for both sighted and visually impaired learners. By learning to use an abacus, children can develop a deeper understanding of math concepts and improve their mental math skills. It can also be a fun and engaging way for learners of all ages to practice and reinforce their math knowledge. An Alternative to The Modern Calculator Despite being largely replaced by modern calculators, the abacus is still highly valued by merchants and clerks in some countries. It is also seen as a valuable skill in finance and other fields where speed and accuracy are crucial. The abacus's enduring popularity extends beyond professional contexts, as it is appreciated for its simplicity and usefulness. Unlike digital calculators, the abacus enables users to visualize and manipulate numbers tangibly, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts. Abacus With Mechanical Reset This abacus/soroban also comes with a reset button that instantly pushes all the beads to the down position to start a new calculation. Non-marring anti-skid rubber feet on the base of the abacus keeps this abacus from sliding around while in use and protects your table surface. Abacus size: 13.9 x 3.7 x 1 inch (35.3 x 9.5 x 2.7 centimeters) Certified Safe This soroban abacus is Consumer Toy Safety Certified by the following CSA (Canadian Standards Association) ASTM F963 (ASTM International) EN71-3/CE (European Union Standard) ## 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 | Kid | | Best Sellers Rank | #36,675 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #16 in Math Materials | | Brand Name | Yellow Mountain Imports | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,035 Reviews | | Educational Objective | Foundational math skills development in young learners | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00810989022609 | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 13.9 x 3.7 x 1.1 inches | | Item Weight | 0.99 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Yellow Mountain Imports | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 600.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 60 | | Manufacturer Part Number | EDU-00001-A | | Material Type | Wood | | Model Number | EDU-00001-A | | Number of Players | 1 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Power Source | manual | | Set Name | Soroban | | Size | 13.9 Inch | | Supported Battery Types | No batteries required | | Theme | Educational | | UPC | 810989022609 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Images ![Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ErWXMb4PL.jpg) ![Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91B+7QAM3WL.jpg) ![Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91fTe0uAjIL.jpg) ![Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tm00bfBOL.jpg) ![Vintage Style Wooden Abacus w/ Reset Button - 17 Column Soroban Calculator - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81oawntChjL.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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***P on May 30, 2016* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by P***H on June 22, 2018* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by B***L on August 28, 2017* ## Frequently Bought Together - Yellow Mountain Imports Vintage Style Wooden Abacus - 13.9 Inches (35.3 Centimeters) - Professional 17 Column Soroban Calculator with Reset Button - Made - Learn to do Math With Soroban a Japanese Abacus: Learn how to add, subtract, multiply, divide and find square roots with this easy to use instruction guide. - Abacus Mind Math Level 1 Workbook 1 of 2: Excel at Mind Math with Soroban, a Japanese Abacus (Abacus Mind Math - Level - 1 Complete Set: Instruction Book, Workbook 1 of 2, Workbook 2 of 2) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/14274220-vintage-style-wooden-abacus-w-reset-button-17-column-soroban](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/14274220-vintage-style-wooden-abacus-w-reset-button-17-column-soroban) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-06-01*