Film reels get lost, developer reels for exotic formats are no longer available, and Jobo tanks need spare parts that haven’t been produced for 20 years. Here you’ll find everything that moves film in the darkroom and camera — reproduced in Germany.
Film reels (take-up spools)
The take-up spool in the camera is the part most often missing when buying used. No spool, no film. Our reproductions fit exactly and transport reliably.
Leica Barnack: Quick Load vs. Standard
The standard reel works but is fiddlier to load. The quick-load version (like Leica SPOOM / 14021) has a slotted core that holds the film start without trimming. If you regularly shoot with a Barnack, you save 30 seconds of frustration per roll.
Quickload film reel for Leica I, II & III (Barnack)
Quick load film reel (like SPOOM) for Leica M1, M2, M3 & MP
Replacement film reel for Leica CL
Take-up spool for Contax II, III, Kiev 4 & Smena 8M
Film reel (green) for Exakta Exa I, II & 500
Film reel for Exakta Varex VX 1000, VX 500, IIa & IIb
Film reel (take-up spool) for Zorki 3 & 4
Developer reels & sheet film holders
Most darkroom reels only cover 35mm and 120. For exotic formats like 8x11, 110, 127, or sheet film, there is practically no supply anymore. We have filled the gap — compatible with Paterson System 4 and Jobo 1500/2500.
Paterson or Jobo?
Our reels for small formats (8x11, 110, 127) are available as duo versions: one model fits Paterson axles, the other fits Jobo axles. The sheet film reels (4x5, 3x4, 9x12) are designed for the Paterson Super System 4 tank. The axle tube adapter makes both compatible.
Developer reel 110 / 16mm for Paterson, Jobo & AP tanks
Developer spool (127 format) for Jobo & Paterson tanks
Developer reel 8x11 (9.2mm) for Minox B, C, LX & EC
Development reel 70mm / 65mm for Hasselblad A70, Mamiya RB67
4x5" development reel MK2 for Intrepid / Graflex / Linhof
9x12 sheet film development reel for Paterson System 4
3x4 inch sheet film development reel for Paterson System 4
Sheet film holder (6x9cm & 6.5x9cm) for Paterson Super System 4
Development Tank Accessories
Jobo and Paterson have dominated the darkroom lab for decades. Spare parts for them are becoming scarce. Axle tubes, knobs, and spindles — the parts that give out first with heavy use.
Is your format missing?
We also manufacture reels and holders for formats not listed here. Write to us with your camera model and dimensions — we will check feasibility.
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