Anyone tried Kodak XDEV (formerly XTOL)?

[Nas]

I'm ordering some chemistry and came across this: https://www.bristolcameras.co.uk/product/kodak-xdev-powder-bw-film-developer-to-make-5l/

Usually I buy ADOX X-T3 in 5L packs instead of XTOL because I've found it has a longer shelf life but they're out of stock.

 

[Ian Grant]

I used Xtol for about 20 years, replenished, it lasted quite well, I never had it collapse.

Kodak lost the sole rights to a few of their Trade names, Xtol, D76, HC-110, etc.

Ian

 

[Matt Bigwood]

I used Xtol and Tri-X 120 in the 90s, my favourite combination of film and developer. More recently I've used the liquid form as I didn't need the 5-litre quantity from mixing the powder. https://ntphotoworks.com/bellinifoto-eco-film-xtol-developer/

 

[Nas]

I read about the trade names change. I’ve only used XTOL one shot. It died right on 6 months after first mixing it. I’d like to hear from anyone who has tried this newly branded XDEV.