AusDLK
Famous Photographer
I parted with about 40 rolls of HIE too soon, I see.
Now, I still have about 50 rolls of EIR of various expiration dates in the freezer. If these would fetch $50 roll, I just might part with it and have a handsome profit for all my foresight...
That's almost half way to an M8.2.
Now, I still have about 50 rolls of EIR of various expiration dates in the freezer. If these would fetch $50 roll, I just might part with it and have a handsome profit for all my foresight...
That's almost half way to an M8.2.
raid
Dad Photographer
You sell your rolls first; I wait.
gdi
Veteran
The bidders on that lot are nuts - most auctions for fresh HIE close at around $45 - 50 a roll. This is for 8 year old stuff - that is kind of risky IMO.
I think the B&W is going to always bring more in general than the color - it is easier to use and appeals to more people. I don't see any auctions that ended at $50 for EIR - though one was $80 for 2 rolls. Again, crazy when it can be bought fresh for $25!
I still have about 10 rolls of HIE - and nothing to shoot till spring! :bang:
raid
Dad Photographer
It is about supply and demand, and when something appears to be unavailable anymore, and when it is in demand, its price will sky-rocket.
raid
Dad Photographer
There is right now someone from Italy offering EIR film at the rate of $40/roll on ebay.
gdi
Veteran
Of course it is about supply and demand - what isn't? My only point is that the buyers are not rational in this case (and that there is little evidence of EIR selling consistently for $40/roll
). A single or a couple of out of the norm selling prices doesn't set the market (either high or low - several rolls of fresher HIE closed in the $40 or less range). These are auctions and almost anything can happen, the only way to know what you will get for expired IR film is to put it up to bid.
Remember, people knew for a long time that HIE and EIR was going away, and they socked a lot of it away - so I would advise anyone who is buying to wait to find the freshest you can for a reasonable price (it will all be expired in a little over 1 month, btw). Paying more for years old film is kind of stupid,, IMHO. :angel:
Again, it really stinks that Kodak has taken HIE away - many people will never get to see what a great film it was. Digital can't even come close to its ethereal look. (But please patronize Efke!! )
HIE:
Efke 820IR (NOT Aura!):
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raid
Dad Photographer
The two photos look great. I can see why IR film is a beautiful film when used well.
snip
Established
Absolutely, the same thing happened to Polaroid 5x4 sheets, especially type 55 (of which I currently hold 47 sheets, literally worth their weight in money)
I have become so miserly with these now that I only expose them after a bunch of digital test shots and carefull metering, I am keen to reserve it for nude models, but since my wife won't let me shoot any I might have to find another clause for their use.
//Jan
raid
Dad Photographer
Jan,
I hope that you find a good outlet for your treasured "55". I am unsure how to sell/trade my brick of 20 rolls of EIR.
I hope that you find a good outlet for your treasured "55". I am unsure how to sell/trade my brick of 20 rolls of EIR.
petebown
Established
Damnit,
I had some of this stuff until a few years ago. Never used it so I threw it out!
I had some of this stuff until a few years ago. Never used it so I threw it out!
gdi
Veteran
Well there is no doubt that if you stick it on auction, you'll probably do very well! (Let me know what you want for trade!!
)
Chris101
summicronia
It's hard for me to even consider selling my little stash of hie, but once I see the few hundred crummy frames that I'll shoot on it, I'll wish I had.
gdi
Veteran
raid
Dad Photographer
I have traded my brick for a lens today.
Both sides will come out well from this trade.
Both sides will come out well from this trade.
raid
Dad Photographer
For how much a roll would expired Kodak B&W IR go these days?
How about Konica IR film?
Possibilities ....
How about Konica IR film?
Possibilities ....
pmu
Well-known
I have one 35mm roll of that same film in the freezer. I almost gave it away for free, because I don't need it, but after seing this auction I would be happy to make you an favor and sell it for 60 euros (+ shipping)! What a bargain!
:angel:
:angel:
gdi
Veteran
That's what this thread was all about - Kodak HIE B&W IR film!
As for the Konica - its not as sensitive into the IR, and I don't think it would be close in value since the Efke is readily available. But who knows on the auction site?
raid
Dad Photographer
I guess, I meant to stress the word e x p i r e d .
How much can this film be left beyond its expiration date [when refrigerated] and still remain useful? One year,2,3,4,5,6,
How much can this film be left beyond its expiration date [when refrigerated] and still remain useful? One year,2,3,4,5,6,
AusDLK
Famous Photographer
So, what do I hear in trade offers for my 40+ rolls of EIR...?
Was offered a very nice Canon LTM 35mm lens but not my cup of tea...
More interested in an MP3 or an M8.2!
(I know, I know, dream on, bub!)
Actually, if I had thought first and acted second, a trade of some portion of the film for a Nokton 35mm f/1.2 would have been attractive -- I just bought one from an RFf'r last night...
Was offered a very nice Canon LTM 35mm lens but not my cup of tea...
More interested in an MP3 or an M8.2!
(I know, I know, dream on, bub!)
Actually, if I had thought first and acted second, a trade of some portion of the film for a Nokton 35mm f/1.2 would have been attractive -- I just bought one from an RFf'r last night...
gdi
Veteran
When did it expire? Would you sell just a few rolls?
I don't want to buy more than a few - I don't think I'll be crazy about it! I can trade some UC400 if you are into that.