Uploaded February 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Kaiser Film Retriever: amzn.to/2wOqOxg
In this video I demonstrate three different ways how to retrieve or get the leader end back out of your roll of 35mm film canister that has been rewound back in to the canister. In all cases, you're going fishing!
The 3 methods shown in the video are:
1. Using a "film picker" or "leader retriever" tool
2. How to use double sided tape
3. How to use a wet a negative strip
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Sequence for each method:
0:40 Using a retriever tool
1. Hold the retriever so the smaller flexible tongue is on top
2. Slide the large back tongue into the canister
3. Slide the top smaller tongue in, but in the retracted position
4. (Make sure the rigid back shoulder overlaps the canister)
5. Hold the roll to your ear and spin CCW until you hear a click
6. Keep tension on the spool at that point
7. Release the tension as you slowly pull the leader out
2:17 Using double-sided tape
1. Take an old flat negative a few inches long
2. Cut a section of tape and place it at one end of the negative
3. Insert the negative tape side into the canister (about 1")
4. Slowly roll the inner spool CCW until it pulls the strip in
5. Keep tension on the spool at that point
6. Release the tension as you slowly pull the leader out
4:47 Using a wet negative
1. Take an old flat negative a few inches long
2. Lick or wet one end of the negative
3. Insert the negative tape side into the canister (about 1")
4. Slowly roll the inner spool CCW until it pulls the strip in
5. Keep tension on the spool at that point
6. Release the tension as you slowly pull the leader out
Things to watch out for:
- If you use the 'wet negative' method, use a different section for a new roll. (I just cut back the wet slobbered-on part to a dry area).
- Don't use thick double-sided tape, but instead a thinner scotch tape or "Frost King" window sealing tape works well.
Happy fishing!
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Ways to support the channel if you choose to:
* 1. Sharing the video (IT’S FREE!)
* 2. Affiliate Links (Amazon)
Kodak F9 Point and Shoot 35mm Film Camera - amzn.to/3z6GvMy
Iford Sprite 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera - amzn.to/32JQcV6
Fuji Superia Color Film (35mm, 3 Rolls) - amzn.to/3z22qUO
Tmax 400 Black and White Film (35mm, 2 Rolls) - amzn.to/3p2JClJ
Polaroid One Step Plus Camera - amzn.to/3CyutLL
Polaroid i-Type Color Film (16 Photos) - amzn.to/30Qljxx
Polaroid 600 Color Film (16 Photos) - amzn.to/3FA1Qjf
Polaroid 600 Black and White Film (8 Photos) - amzn.to/3nD8kYt
My new 8 Postcard Set Redscale Project is available at Etsy:
etsy.com/listing/1108286201/postcard-set-8-cards-paint-the-town-red?ref=listings_manager_grid
Don't be a stranger, say hello or something! Let me know if this worked for you, or better yet, if you have any tips to add to make it easier!
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FIMF Links:
Website- filmismorefun.com
Instagram- instagram.com/filmismorefun
Facebook- facebook.com/filmismorefun
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Hi there. I'm Chris. Film is more fun is a place where I share about whatever busted up old camera I'm currently shooting and tinkering with, or my meanderings in film photography. It would be pretty rad if you said what's up. I'm 99% friendly. Definitely do that. Disclaimer: If you want technical proficiency go watch 'The Art of Photography' (love that show). These videos are more like an elderly person navigating a tv clicker.
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Kaiser Film Retriever: amzn.to/2wOqOxg
In this video I demonstrate three different ways how to retrieve or get the leader end back out of your roll of 35mm film canister that has been rewound back in to the canister. In all cases, you're going fishing!
The 3 methods shown in the video are:
1. Using a "film picker" or "leader retriever" tool
2. How to use double sided tape
3. How to use a wet a negative strip
-
Sequence for each method:
0:40 Using a retriever tool
1. Hold the retriever so the smaller flexible tongue is on top
2. Slide the large back tongue into the canister
3. Slide the top smaller tongue in, but in the retracted position
4. (Make sure the rigid back shoulder overlaps the canister)
5. Hold the roll to your ear and spin CCW until you hear a click
6. Keep tension on the spool at that point
7. Release the tension as you slowly pull the leader out
2:17 Using double-sided tape
1. Take an old flat negative a few inches long
2. Cut a section of tape and place it at one end of the negative
3. Insert the negative tape side into the canister (about 1")
4. Slowly roll the inner spool CCW until it pulls the strip in
5. Keep tension on the spool at that point
6. Release the tension as you slowly pull the leader out
4:47 Using a wet negative
1. Take an old flat negative a few inches long
2. Lick or wet one end of the negative
3. Insert the negative tape side into the canister (about 1")
4. Slowly roll the inner spool CCW until it pulls the strip in
5. Keep tension on the spool at that point
6. Release the tension as you slowly pull the leader out
Things to watch out for:
- If you use the 'wet negative' method, use a different section for a new roll. (I just cut back the wet slobbered-on part to a dry area).
- Don't use thick double-sided tape, but instead a thinner scotch tape or "Frost King" window sealing tape works well.
Happy fishing!
-
-
Ways to support the channel if you choose to:
* 1. Sharing the video (IT’S FREE!)
* 2. Affiliate Links (Amazon)
Kodak F9 Point and Shoot 35mm Film Camera - amzn.to/3z6GvMy
Iford Sprite 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera - amzn.to/32JQcV6
Fuji Superia Color Film (35mm, 3 Rolls) - amzn.to/3z22qUO
Tmax 400 Black and White Film (35mm, 2 Rolls) - amzn.to/3p2JClJ
Polaroid One Step Plus Camera - amzn.to/3CyutLL
Polaroid i-Type Color Film (16 Photos) - amzn.to/30Qljxx
Polaroid 600 Color Film (16 Photos) - amzn.to/3FA1Qjf
Polaroid 600 Black and White Film (8 Photos) - amzn.to/3nD8kYt
My new 8 Postcard Set Redscale Project is available at Etsy:
etsy.com/listing/1108286201/postcard-set-8-cards-paint-the-town-red?ref=listings_manager_grid
Don't be a stranger, say hello or something! Let me know if this worked for you, or better yet, if you have any tips to add to make it easier!
-
FIMF Links:
Website- filmismorefun.com
Instagram- instagram.com/filmismorefun
Facebook- facebook.com/filmismorefun
--
-
Hi there. I'm Chris. Film is more fun is a place where I share about whatever busted up old camera I'm currently shooting and tinkering with, or my meanderings in film photography. It would be pretty rad if you said what's up. I'm 99% friendly. Definitely do that. Disclaimer: If you want technical proficiency go watch 'The Art of Photography' (love that show). These videos are more like an elderly person navigating a tv clicker.
Tags:
Ilford,fuji, film, kodak, multipleexposure, doubleexposure, tmax, kodak, ilford, delta, filmismorefun, develop, selfdevelop, photography, analog, lightroom, adobe, darkroom, olympus, nikon, pentax, minolta, canon, 35mm, 120, portra, superia, fujifilm, diy, lomo, lens,
