Uploaded March 2022 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this video, I give a quick demonstration of how to separate Patterson reels. These plastic film holders from your developing tank can be taken apart to work with different film sizes like 35mm and 120 (some can work with 110). The process is simple, but the twisting direction is important.
Steps:
1. Hold the reel with both hands in front of you
2. Twist your right hand away from your body
3. Twist your left hand towards your body
4. Pull apart each side
5. Use the notches on the center spindle to adjust the width
6. Reassemble and twist in the opposite direction to lock the reel
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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: These videos lack technical proficiency, and are more like an elderly person navigating a tv clicker.
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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,
In this video, I give a quick demonstration of how to separate Patterson reels. These plastic film holders from your developing tank can be taken apart to work with different film sizes like 35mm and 120 (some can work with 110). The process is simple, but the twisting direction is important.
Steps:
1. Hold the reel with both hands in front of you
2. Twist your right hand away from your body
3. Twist your left hand towards your body
4. Pull apart each side
5. Use the notches on the center spindle to adjust the width
6. Reassemble and twist in the opposite direction to lock the reel
-
Ways to support the channel if you choose to:
* 1. Sharing the video (IT’S FREE!)
* 2. Affiliate Links (Amazon)
35mm Cartridge Opener Tool: amzn.to/2HoUBT3
Fuji Superia Color Film (35mm, 3 Rolls) - amzn.to/3z22qUO
Tmax 400 Black and White Film (35mm, 2 Rolls) - amzn.to/3p2JClJ
Kodak F9 Point and Shoot 35mm Film Camera - amzn.to/3z6GvMy
Iford Sprite 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera - amzn.to/32JQcV6
Cinestill Color Film Home Develop Chemicals - amzn.to/3qwCVqS
Patterson Develop Tanks - amzn.to/3qs1ipF
Unicolor C41 Development Kit - amzn.to/2QjBgUp
Patterson Develop Tank - amzn.to/2vXjHTj
Digital Thermometer - amzn.to/2wWq5tZ
Measuring Cups - amzn.to/2wVPjbW
Amber Glass Bottle Containers - amzn.to/2WgbbJS
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SUBSCRIBE!!! Every few days I'll be releasing videos on different film cameras.
-
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: These videos lack technical proficiency, and 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,
