[Leica] Wendy's Developing procedures.....

[mark at rabinergroup.com (Mark Rabiner)]

> Frank-
> 
> Main problem is the reels.  I've processed a lot of 135, 120, and
> sheet film but it has been years since I've done it.  I've ordered the
> Hewes reels and that should go a long way to improving the process.
> 
> I've got a two-reel Tundra SS tank.  Temp is right at 70F, D76 for 7
> min 15 sec, Ilford Stop for 30 sec, Kodak Fix for 10 min, then a 30
> min wash followed by a few sloshes in a Photo-flo solution.  Developer
> and fixer are mixed with bottled water, stop from the tap.  (The water
> here is filthy, but it's bacterially filthy.)  Omega Seamaster watch
> for a timer :)  Proper timer on the way.  The issues other than the
> reels were spotting on the negatives and some water streaking after
> drying.  Any tips certainly appreciated; I'm apparently re-learning
> what I thought I already knew.
> 
> Wendy


Get a standard 4 reel quart tank.
Its hardly worth it to spend that time in the darkroom for only 2 rolls of
film.
A 2 reel tank is for babies.

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Mark William Rabiner