processing old exposed 35 mm film: I have 11 rolls of monochrome kodak 35 mm that likely dates to the 1940s or 50s. They were my father in law's. Does anyone know of any processing...

canoneer

I have 11 rolls of monochrome kodak 35 mm that likely dates to the 1940s or 50s. They were my father in law's. Does anyone know of any processing labs that can process these for me. They are probably no good, but I,d like to try one roll to make sure.

speters Loc: Grangeville/Idaho

canoneer wrote:

I have 11 rolls of monochrome kodak 35 mm that likely dates to the 1940s or 50s. They were my father in law's. Does anyone know of any processing labs that can process these for me. They are probably no good, but I,d like to try one roll to make sure.

Being that far back, I think I just would let it be!

boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander

speters wrote:

Being that far back, I think I just would let it be!

A latent image might last several years but not 50+years. Save it as a memento of passed times

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

canoneer wrote:

I have 11 rolls of monochrome kodak 35 mm that likely dates to the 1940s or 50s. They were my father in law's. Does anyone know of any processing labs that can process these for me. They are probably no good, but I,d like to try one roll to make sure.

The success in getting usable image from that film would depend a lot on what format it is, as well as how it's been stored all these years. Luckily B&W film holds up much better than color film. I would get one roll processed as a sample before I spent the money on doing them all.

Quixdraw Loc: x

Conditions of storage is a big deal, but B&W is pretty tough. There have been a variety of WWII Footlocker films processed lately that were impressive. Try one is good advice, but no guarantee of the rest. Best of luck!

RWR Loc: La Mesa, CA

canoneer wrote:

I have 11 rolls of monochrome kodak 35 mm that likely dates to the 1940s or 50s. They were my father in law's. Does anyone know of any processing labs that can process these for me. They are probably no good, but I,d like to try one roll to make sure.

Try a Google search for processing labs and see what comes up. And good luck!

RWR Loc: La Mesa, CA

canoneer wrote:

I have 11 rolls of monochrome kodak 35 mm that likely dates to the 1940s or 50s. They were my father in law's. Does anyone know of any processing labs that can process these for me. They are probably no good, but I,d like to try one roll to make sure.

Try a Google search for processing labs and see what comes up. And good luck!

Darkroom317 Loc: Mishawaka, IN

Might want to post at APUG.org. There are some labs that specialize in old film. I know some people on that forum have successfully developed film that old. I have developed film that was at least 30 years old and stored at room temperature. The base had yellowed and the images were low contrast but there were images on the film.

Leicaflex Loc: Cymru

You could try:

http://thedarkroom.com/?gclid=Cj0KEQjw75yxBRD78uqEnuG-5vcBEiQAQbaxSLztBpc2Jr7uMArAw8a_Y5s6YORwGo7_0raaQ1Tu3HoaArdx8P8HAQ

I have not used them being in the USA, we have several Labs here that would have a go, but no guarantee

corryhully Loc: liverpool uk

a stand development in weak rodinal would be a good choice. post one to me and i would do it if you wish.no charge. i am in the uk.

Carl D Loc: Albemarle, NC.

If they were stored in a dark reasonably cool place you might stand a chance of getting a few images underneath the first layer or two of film in the canister. Don't goto a processing lab use some one who still does Darkroom work, they will better understand the situation. I have done a couple in the past but there is NO guarantee for something like this.

RWR Loc: La Mesa, CA

corryhully wrote:

a stand development in weak rodinal would be a good choice. post one to me and i would do it if you wish.no charge. i am in the uk.

Not all black and white emulsions are the same. I think before recommending any particular developer, it would behoove one to know what type of film it is. It might be wise to sacrifice a few frames and run a clip test first.

brian007 Loc: In but not from Huntington Beach, CA

Someone recommended The Darkroom. I can vouch for them them. They are good people and they take their work seriously. However, I'm not sure if they do very old film. You may wish to contact them. They are in San Clemente California. On the other hand, there is a processing lab I've heard of that specializes in old film. A link to their website is below. It is certainly a gamble but If I were you I would definitely send a roll or two for developing just to see what's there. You may discover a family treasure, who knows. Good luck.

http://www.filmrescue.com/old-still-film-developing/

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

New company "Darkroom" try one... if ok do otheres

http://thedarkroom.com/?gclid=Cj0KEQjw75yxBRD78uqEnuG-5vcBEiQAQbaxSGrcZkGJzvHb3KGjz4mHyZr8hyMa5c-2ip2YSkMo0XkaAmN_8P8HAQ

wilsondl2 Loc: Lincoln, Nebraska

If you can do it yourself go for 1 1/2 more time. Use the recommended 68 degree temp or cooler never hotter. I have had good luck with the processing film from the 50's but the pictures were not very interesting. - Dave