Vintage Refurbished [ℹ]

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Polaroid SX-70 format, we are releasing a very short run of 50 gold-plated SX-70 instant cameras. Each anniversary camera is built using components from vintage Polaroid SX-70 cameras. The cameras have been completely disassembled, cleaned, stripped of their original chrome plating and plated in 24k gold.

The cameras have been reassembled with the freshly refurbished internals and finished with the application of new, genuine leather coverings embossed with the anniversary emblem and individual unit numbers. After being calibrated to ensure their functionality for another lifetime of use, they are encased in special 50th Anniversary Edition packaging along with a polishing cloth and camera manual.

Because these cameras use genuine, vintage parts that are up to 50 years old, there will be signs of wear visible beneath the gold plating. Gold plating is considered to be a "living finish" which means it is subject to the effects of weather, moisture, air and natural oils from the skin causing it to change in appearance. Over time, the finish can oxidize and develop a patina. To decrease these effects, take special care in cleaning and handling your camera. Do not use cleaners that are designed for other metals. The best way to polish the camera is to use a soft cloth and no moisture. 

Plating specification: MIL-G-45204; 99.7% purity

Note about returns, warranty and modifications:

Congruent with our standard return policy, returns will be accepted within 14 days of receiving the camera. Due to the limited edition nature of these cameras, any returns will incur a 10% restocking fee. The camera must be in unused condition with all original packaging and packaging components intact and undamaged. 

The camera is covered under our standard 90-day warranty. 

We are not accepting requests for modifications to these cameras, including but not limited to 600 conversions, button color replacements or leather replacements. 

This is a genuine piece of vintage retro tech - refurbished and restored by Retrospekt. Our process includes:

• Deconstructing the camera to its base components
• Verifying the form and function of each piece
• Repairing and replacing pieces whenever necessary, but also...
• Retaining original pieces whenever reasonably possible
• Cleaning all optical and viewing components including lenses and fresnels
• Polishing exterior components
• Applying new Italian leather replacement coverings
• Packaging each camera in a specially made box