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I did have to use the instruction books that came with mine to learn some functions. But the basic rule of thumb to use when learning anything new is to start with what you know. Start with an equation like 2 X 3 = 6. It is best to use different numbers when learning, rather than 2 X 2. Point one cursor to 1 and the other to 2, then move the cursor from 1 to 3. If the cursors did not move relative to each other, the cursor that pointed to 2 should now be pointing to 6. If your circular slide rule has a dial so that the C and D scales move relative to each other, then point one "1" cursor to 2, then on the same scale that has the "1" pointing to 2, the 3 should be pointing to 6.This also shows that 6 / 3 = 2 and 6 / 2 = 3.For the other scales (functions), I look a…
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You know, it's too bad that like libraries where we borrow books, that we don't have exchanges where we can swap, or order junk parts when we need these kinds. Maybe I'm thinking of flea markets, but a lot of needed parts no one would think of taking to a flea market. Kind of like an maker/creator recycling center maybe?