Want to develop my film, what should I buy?

[burtharrris]

I posted this in the "how do i develop film thread" but someone recommended moving it. So here it is.

My birthday is coming up and there is nothing I want. I was thinking about asking for some developing stuff and give it a shot. I just want to develop my Tmax 100 (maybe later get chemicals for my E6), and I dont need to make prints right now. I was assuming I'd need a tank, a reel, and some chemicals. I've been reading and know I need developer, stop bath, fixer, and wetting agent. When I go on B&H's website, I see a hundred chemicals and don't know what to choose. Does anyone have favorite brands and types for any/all of these chemicals? Thanks guys!

 

[darin3200]

You should check out the link to freestyle photo in the top right. They have some cheaper brands.

Here are some favorites of mine
http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=&pid=1000001707
http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=&pid=602
http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=302&pid=4707
http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=&pid=595
http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=307&pid=601

Another favorite is a developer called diafine
http://www.freestylephoto.biz/sc_prod.php?cat_id=301&pid=5558

It's really easy to use and it last for years as compared to normal developer which breaks down over time

 

[Torus34]

Go back to the 'Film Development and Q & A section. Then go to the 'New Article Published' thread. You might find a few answers there.

 

[burtharrris]

Thanks everybody, I'm going to get some stuff in the next week or so. You better believe that I'll be back on here asking questions when I'm done.