Tom Hepburn Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 I've been thinking about his for a while now. I probably won't shoot again for two months or so and when I do it will be using 7231 plusX black and white neg. My question is, is it better getting fresh film a week before shooting (from Kodak) or for convenience sake getting it now and freezing it for two months? Thanks, Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Adrian Sierkowski Posted May 18, 2009 Premium Member Share Posted May 18, 2009 I'd always say fresher is better but I also don't think a 2 month deep freeze would be that detrimental to the film. I just like getting it fresh as possible, personally, though even then, chances are it's been "stored" @ Kodak for awhile... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serge Teulon Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 I shot a test with a roll of 5218 that I had in my fridge for 18months. All was fine and dandy. However I've heard some terrible stories too.... I'd say fresh all the way. Is there a reason why you'd purchase it so far in advance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Rakoczy Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 Freeze it for two months if you wish. All will be fine ;) Just used two 200ft short ends on a Spot that had been frozen since March....tho.... I usually have my Stock Order arrive 2 days prior to shooting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Hepburn Posted May 18, 2009 Author Share Posted May 18, 2009 Thanks gentleman. "Is there a reason why you'd purchase it so far in advance?" A few factors; I feel better having stock close by, if something develops that I would like to document. I'm also finishing some shots for a little film I'm doing and I "might" need another 400ft. roll. which is the result of loose planning, ideas in progress, and not getting enough film for what I'm shooting. Not surprising being that I don't have years of experience. It's turning out to be a tough call for me as I usually get a few extra shots that "might" work, but I'd rather shoot them and have them as an option later. In short, I'd rather have too much than not enough. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Adrian Sierkowski Posted May 18, 2009 Premium Member Share Posted May 18, 2009 In that case, might as well order a batch and store it for future. It should be totally fine for such a short period of time. B/W stocks are slower and as such less prone to fogging. Just make sure you defrost it before shooting it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Rakoczy Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 Then order up and freeze it. ;) I have half a freezer full of short ends, re-cans and unopened stocks and don't hesitate to use them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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