Alan C.
I posted my non-functioning Polaroid 690 from Ireland, when it was returned to me I found it to be not "like new" but as a completely new camera with accompanied box, instructions and most importantly...stickers!
My excitement opening this package was to the point of embarrassment.
Retrospekt carried out a tremendous transformation and I look forward to capturing many new memories with this camera. Thank you.
Jeremy K.
Retrospekt is the best choice for vintage Polaroid repairs. The attention to detail is apparent, they even send the camera back smelling new. The top notch packaging is a nice bonus. I got my camera used and it had cracked leather, a malfunctioning sonar unit, and was generally dirty from not being used much. I didn't have to tell Retrospekt any of that, just sent the camera in and they identified the issues, fixed it, cleaned it, and put in a new motor. Now it works great and takes amazing photos.
Noreen M.
In covid cleaning out, I discovered a long lost Polaroid SLR 680 SE hanging out in the cabinet. So I googled where to get it fixed and Retrospekt popped up. I checked out their website and decided to go ahead with the repair using Retrospekt. They were very professional and pleasant to deal with. If I had another Polaroid to fix, I would definitely send it to Retrospekt. It came back in better than new condition! The packaging was awesome, can't say enough about the team. You guys and gals rock.
Emily H.
Retrospekt did an amazing job fixing my SLR 680! Before I sent it in it was sitting on a shelf, but now it takes such great photos and looks so great cosmetically as well! My camera was also missing its silver front elements when I sent it in that I wasn’t so sure would be able to be replaced, but I was pleasantly surprised to see that they were able to be replaced in the restoration. Thank you Retrospekt for bringing my camera back to life!
Mark F.
Absolutely fantastic work! It came packaged beautifully, and the restoration is better than I had hoped. It looks and operates like a new camera!
Derek M.
When I was in college, I loved the Polaroid folding instants but couldn't afford one. Once I got out of college, digital had won and it seemed like the age of instants was over for a while. But, a few years ago when my aunt found her old SLR 680 and gave it to me, I was still really excited. She had never used it much, but, it was still the coolest dang camera. Unfortunately, time and sitting had knocked it a bit out of adjustment and the pictures weren't exposed right and unevenly developed. I put it on the shelf thinking that was that, until my aunt died unexpectedly this past fall. Seeing the camera kept reminding me of her, so, with my Christmas money I had Retrospekt repair it. They did a wonderful job, and it looked so new I had to check the serial to make sure it was still my aunt's. The pictures are a lot better now too, and now I get to use it and remember her and not just feel sad about it sitting on the shelf.
Peter P.
Excellent repair job, and done quickly as well.
Tanner B.
Once again Retrospekt has outdone themselves. Restoring my camera from out of the grave and putting a brand new definition to quality. Im so pleased with the work they do this is the second camera ive had redone. Amazing work once again, will be a returning customer for my other cameras.
Brian A.
Super quick and good experience! I bought my SLR680 as a bust, it didnt shut fully; but I got a good deal. Now that its repaired; its basically brand new for the price I would have payed for a perfect used. The new packaging was a nice touch as well; I was not expecting that!
Tanner B.
Absolutely exceeded my expectations in every way possible. When picking who I wanted to repair and refurbish my 680 SE I knew about Retrospekt but never used them before and I am so glad I choose them! My camera came back looking like it just came off the shelf looks wise and packaging wise. The packaging looked like I spent $1000 on a new camera! Overall presentation and refurbishing of my camera absolutely amazed me and blew my mind! Would 100% recommend this company and I will be a returning customer for all my Polaroid needs!
Andrew M.
When we sent in our camera for repairs it was all busted up and janky but it came back as good as new, or better! I was really impressed by the packaging it was in and how ultra-cool and professional everything was. I will definitely recommend Retrospekt to everyone. Plus I love that their from Milwaukee!
Conor C.
Amazingly quick turnaround; return packaging is beautiful; camera is basically brand new. I couldn't be happier.
Cletis R.
I have already had two 600 cameras repaired by the team so I sent in a slr-680 that I got off of ebay and it was a wreck. I sent it in for refurbishment. When the camera came back it was almost like new absolutely amazing job and worth every dollar. Great job team.
David D.
I love my 680 again! Looks and operates like brand new. Well worth the price! Got my camera back in about two weeks, shipped in a custom box— like an Apple product.
Thinking of having my SC70 reconditioned as well!. Transaction exceeded my expectations!
Dave D
Allison K.
My Polaroid SLR 680 I just received back from Retrospekt has just taken the top spot in my collection of rare cameras. The camera looks like it just came out of its Polaroid box. Superb ULINE packaging, in a beautiful, black presentation jewel box. Gorgeous new leather black skins - better than the originals.
Incredible attention to detail. Spotless film cartridge bay, and not a spec of dust internally on the lens. This camera looks brand spanking new. Kyle at Retrospekt really did an outstanding job on this 680. I elected to have the flash housing replaced, but Kyle decided it didn’t need it and refunded that option. Outstanding service.
I would give Retrospekt six stars, except it wasn’t an option. Wish I could have attached a picture of what came out of the box from Retrospekt.
Best,
Al Keegan
Austin, Texas
Cameron S.
I cannot recommend this company enough! I bought this camera from eBay, knowing that the camera was untested. Well, it arrived, sonar piece dented, with a broken light exposure system. After seeing people post on Reddit about how this company did repairs, I decided to send in my camera, and I'm so glad I did! After about 2 weeks, my camera came back, and I audibly gasped when I opened the box. It looked brand new and even came in a cool-looking Retrospekt box. After taking a few shots with it, I realized that it sounded much faster than before, and it even felt like the camera was working smoother. I haven't used any of my other cameras since.
Along in the box was a sheet that told me everything that they cleaned, repaired, or replaced! It's really interesting looking over that and I will definitely be sending in my SX-70 Sonar in the future.
Rick C.
I have a beloved SLR680. Sent it in for an overhaul and repair. Came back good as new. Highly recommended. Service was great, friendly and very helpful.
My only wish is that there were more options for return shipping.
I needed the camera back and it was on a slow boat.
Otherwise, highly recommended.
Benjamin L.
All of my Polaroid Cameras are working flawlessly. I am so very pleased with the work you did in repairing my cameras and I know that should I have issues in the future with any of my Polaroid vintage cameras, you will be who I turn to.
