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<p>One addendum: At least in my Pentax 110, there is no way I would have gone on shooting after the roll was finished. The camera acted like any other camera at the end of the roll, just kept advancing and never cocked the shutter. Felt like the end of a roll. I didn't worry about counting this roll and won't worry about counting the next one. I am very stoked about this new film, now all I need is a B&W advantix/APS film for my Canon Elph Jr! I can keep dreaming, but my Pentax 110 loaded with this B&W film will keep me _very_ happy for my submini needs. Here's hoping that they sell enough of the stuff to keep the production running.</p>

<p>I just finished developing my first roll of orca 110 in XTOL. I exposed it in a Pentax auto 110. Exposure appears to be spot on in the negatives (not 2 stops underexposed). This agrees with my original assessment that the tab seemed to be in the right place on the cartridge to signify a "slow" film. For the Pentax 110, "Slow" means ISO 80. I have to say, I am very excited and impressed with this film! I've been hoping for a B/W 110 emulsion since the first day I picked up a Pentax 110 and now it has finally arrived! The no backing paper issue didn't seem to cause me any problems, although full disclosure: I removed the cartridge from the camera inside a changing bag (and straight into the daylight developing tank). My guess is that the backing paper helps to make the exposed cartridge light tight (like the backing paper on 120). I didn't see any evidence of light leaks on the last 4 frames. Everything looks good with this film, no strange issues at all. I bought the "Yankee Clipper II" from adorama, since it is the only tank that I could find that would do 110 film. This tank _sucks_. However, it works and is good enough to do the odd bit of 110 film developing. I wouldn't want it for my primary developing tank though. Anyways, just wanted to chime in that the workflow is good and the film is great.</p>

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<p>This attitude of "everything must be perfect, or else" is ridiculous.<br>

I'd be up Sh_t's creek without a paddle without Photographer's Formularly, as well as Freestyle in Los Angeles.</p>

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<p>John, I beg your forgiveness for expecting that my order be shipped within two weeks of payment.<br>

As for Freestyle, I agree, they are the tops. I've never had any problem with them. Once again, I'd like to thank the people that constructively responded to my question... Thanks to them, I'll be sure to try the Formulary again. As to the people who think I'm being ridiculous for asking the question, "Is this normal for this company?" Perhaps you have limitless time on your hands... Perhaps you are just that upset that anyone would call into question the company that you hold so dear.. But I think that if ANY company cannot stand up to this kind of question being asked of it, then that's not good.</p>

<p>Thanks for all of the responses, everyone. Lots of people coming to the defense of the Photographer's Formulary, makes me think that this was not a common occurrence for the company. To be completely clear, Brian, this was not "internet revenge" as you put it, it was a simple question asked of the film developing community. That question was: Is this kind of thing normal for this company. If it WAS normal, then I would have adjusted my purchasing accordingly. If it was NOT normal (which, from the responses, it appears to be) then I will give the company another shot.</p>

<p>Mihai, I'm really impressed with your portfolio! You're right, I should have asked to speak to the management... assuming it wasn't a one-person operation. I was just completely astonished, I've never dealt with any company that acted like this before.. but I know that they are the only source for a lot photography chemicals, so I wondered if perhaps they just do whatever they please.</p>

<p>Hi Everyone,<br>

Two weeks ago, I made my first order from the Photographer's Formulary (some Pyrocat-HD). This morning, I called them to maybe get the tracking number.. since I hadn't received it yet. I was told "Oh, sorry, we totally forgot to ship that order.. We'll get it in today's mail." When I asked if they would be doing anything to make things right, such as upgrading the shipping or a partial refund, I received some very bad attitude.<br>

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Is this kind of thing normal for this company?</p>

<p>I do like the idea of infrared on a TLR. I shoot a lot of infrared on my SLR's, and no argument.. It is a hassle.</p>

<p>I wouldn't immediately discount the possibility that people are actually buying and using these cameras. TLR's are famous for being the most cost effective entry into medium format, the cameras that we see escalating in price the most are the ones that were previously hailed as the best bargains. I can remember 5 years ago, a yashicamat in good condition was worth about $50. Now they fetch twice that. Yashica used to be a "best kept secret" style of thing, but now it is the opposite. The prices are inflated beyond reason. For the price of a Yashica 124g, you can buy a Bronica ETRSi setup. I know which I'd prefer.<br /> I live in Seattle, and I've definitely seen young people walking the streets shooting their TLR's. Mostly Seagulls and Lubitels, but still.. TLR's. Perhaps they are fashionable?<br /> I'm personally interested to try out my first vestpocket folder.. Although I hate the idea of winding my own 620, it's more attractive than buying 127 at $10/roll for B&W. Freestyle sells rebadged Fomapan at $2/roll, seems like I could spool up a halfdozen rolls and go vestpocketing...</p>