I'm struggling in my efforts with 8x10 Polaroid. In particular, I can't seem to process them reliably, often getting uneven results, or a blank patch in one corner. At >$10/print, thorough testing is unappealing, so I am seeking advice.
I use a Calumet hand-cranked processor, that I bought new, and have run less than 50 prints through. Is there reason to believe that my results would be substantially more reliable if I bought a Polaroid brand processor, new? At >$900, I need a lot of reassurance before going this route.
The little white dots are only a minor problem, and I assume can be minimized by keeping everything as clean as possible. The real problem is the patch of white in one corner (sorry, can't remember which corner), which seems to indicate that the chems didn't reach it at all. When I tried to crank slower, I got banding. I guess I didn't crank evenly enough. I was tempted to go with an electric processor to address evenness, but I don't see any at B&H (no longer made?).
In a word I am discouraged. All advice solicted.
TIA,
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