Donald Reichle wrote:
> This finally drove me to give up my "Lurker" status. My name is Don
> Reichle and I am from Maryland. I have film in my freezer that is up to
> 17 years old.
So you're a wedding photographer? <g>
> I have been in the situation many times of needing a quick
> thaw. I am sure that holding it in your hand will speed up the process
> but there is one quicker method. Stick it in your arm pit. This is the
> perfect incubator as the canister is completely surrounded by
> concentrated body heat. Not only can you easily thaw out 2 canisters at
> (4 if you have big arm pits) one time, but you can use your hands for
> something useful at the same time. I have often wondered why those cute
> photographers vests don't have a little pocket under the arm pit.
I LOVE it!
>
>
> My experience is that you can go from freezer to using the film in about
> 15 minutes for indoors. While the film may not be completely
> normalized, it does not seem to take on moisture. This is also a good
> way to cool down on a hot day. If you just want to try this, the film
> won't mind being thrown back in the freezer if you don't open the can.
>
> WARNING: This is not to be tried with bare arm pits. Arm pits should
> have at least one medium to heavy layer of cloth or 2 light
> layers.
>
Or a thick coating of hair, eh?
> Tomoko, I also started my Olympus photography with an M1, purchased
> used from a Baltimore photo shop in 1973. It has functioned well all
> these years although I now also use an OM1 and OM2n.
>
> Sorry, I have no snake or bat stories, only arm pits. Now I must finish
> packing for a week in Michigan.
Have fun
>
>
> Thanks for an entertaining and informative list
>
> Don Reichle
george
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