Film leader retrieval tool recommendations
Hello all,
Twice over the last few months I've mistakenly rolled film back into the canister when it hasn't been exposed. Does anyone have a favorite tool for retrieving the film leader out of the canister again? I see some cheap tools out there and also some DIY hacks (like getting the end of another roll of film wet, inserting it and getting it to stick to the film).
Thanks
I have no suggestions for a tool but....
Maybe you could use a reloadable film canister? Break open the stuck canister and transfer the film over to a reloadable canister? And because I'm selfish I think you should then buy a film "bulk loader" and do a video on how we can all shoot film for cheap by loading reusable canisters 😉
Quote from James Warner on August 14, 2023, 10:35 pmHello all,
Twice over the last few months I've mistakenly rolled film back into the canister when it hasn't been exposed. Does anyone have a favorite tool for retrieving the film leader out of the canister again? I see some cheap tools out there and also some DIY hacks (like getting the end of another roll of film wet, inserting it and getting it to stick to the film).
Thanks
I used ones like the Ilford one below for years when I worked in photographic retail, did the job pretty much every time, they are cheap and reliable.
I really should get a tool but I’ve been using the old lick and stick trick. Normally takes me a few retries but it’s always worked!
Quote from Justin Tung on August 19, 2023, 7:09 pmI really should get a tool but I’ve been using the old lick and stick trick. Normally takes me a few retries but it’s always worked!
I've utilized this primitive technique as well with success
Quote from Justin Tung on August 19, 2023, 7:09 pmI really should get a tool but I’ve been using the old lick and stick trick. Normally takes me a few retries but it’s always worked!
It worked like a charm, thanks for the recommendations everyone! The goal is to not do that again, but now I know what I can do just in case 😉
