Enduring Legacy.
Modern Finish.
At the Restoration35 workshop, we honor the timeless craftsmanship of vintage cameras (mostly Leica but often others) while enhancing them with a modern, durable finish. Each restoration project is a meticulous blend of preservation and innovation, ensuring that the rich history of your camera is maintained while updating its appearance and functionality.
Our skilled technicians carefully disassemble, clean, and reassemble every component, applying custom finishes and making necessary adjustments to bring new life to these classic instruments.
The result is a one-of-a-kind camera that beautifully marries its storied past with a fresh, stylish look, ready for many more years of capturing memories.
Service Overview
RESTORATION
Vintage cameras often bear signs of wear such as dings, dents, engravings, or crumbling leatherette (or all of the above) which tell their unique life stories.
Our goal is to restore these cameras to their former aesthetic glory, and sometimes, through meticulous craftsmanship and modern techniques, dare we say it – enhance their beauty even beyond the original.
We’ll discuss our restoration expectations with you during the inspection of your camera, so you can get a good feel for the final outcome, as not every cosmetic flaw can be completely eliminated.
customization & personalization
Leica is renowned for its special edition cameras. If you have a vision for your own unique special edition, challenge us to bring it to life!
From alternative colors, custom color combinations, to laser engravings, we can transform your Leica into a stunning, one-of-a-kind creation
Repair
Not all restoration projects require repairs, but since cameras must be fully disassembled before painting, many customers opt for a complete overhaul (CLA – Clean, Lubricate, and Adjust) during the process.
We collaborate with experts like Don Goldberg (“DAG”) for comprehensive overhauls.
Minor repairs and adjustments can often be seamlessly integrated into the restoration process without the need of specialists.
Cameras that arrive for paint or customization that require CLA or have other optical or mechanical needs are forwarded to our specialist partners who have the experience and proper tools to address almost any problem.