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02-08-2018, 12:39 PM   #1
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Pentax spotmatic black AND SILVER???

Recently I spotted a Spotmatic 1 black but which also had a silver satin chrome surround to the lens mount area. From the photos it looks original but I am unable to find another on the 'net. Anyone know anything about this color combo please?

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Could you post a picture? I'm not aware of such a variant as far as official production goes.

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I seem to remember a recent forum post featuring a similar "panda" body being offered on eBay. I believe the consensus was that the camera top/bottom had been painted black by the owner with the mount surround left silver. The other option would be a "Frankencamera" where parts from several camera were assembled onto a chassis.

If you could provide a photo or a link, it would be helpful. Several photos would be best, showing the details of the top and bottom plate.


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Thanks for the replies. The more I look at it the more I think that Steve is correct and it's a Frankencamera made up of two bodies. I've tried to upload a photo. Thanks again.

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