8mm Forum: Steve Osborne - The Reel Image

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Posted by Brad Kimball (Member # 5) on February 22, 2009, 10:57 PM:

I've heard and read so many nice things about Mr. Osborne and his "Reel Image", but there doesn't seem to be a website. Does he have one? If you "Google" him - it's terrific that you don't see one unkind word about him - so nice to see this in our hobby - truly wonderful.

Posted by Dino Everette (Member # 1378) on February 23, 2009, 12:44 AM:

While there is no web site he does have an email

thereelimage_043 at yahoo.com

There are regular ads in the Classic Image and they are connected to Derann.

Posted by Barry Attwood (Member # 100) on February 23, 2009, 01:42 AM:

Brad,

You are right Steve is a very nice man, but don't expect a quick answer from your emails, I've got the feeling Steve is not too hot on the PC side of things, hence no website, you can leave messages on his 24 Hour answerphone, and he even has a FAX line.
If you would like either number then email me and I'll send them to you, and as you live in the U.S. he should get back to you on any enquiry pretty quickly (once he gets in from work, that is!).

Posted by Joe Caruso (Member # 11) on February 23, 2009, 01:14 PM:

I can't extol the merits of Steve Osborne enough - Friendship, Courtesy, Respect, Care and Top-Quality is only the beginning - This gentleman should be given an award (if film people had one), for above and beyond dealership to the collector - He has helped me numerous times and I remain a long-term contributor and supporter to REEL-IMAGE - Shorty

Posted by Osi Osgood (Member # 424) on February 23, 2009, 10:51 PM:

I'll second Joe's kind words.

I, as well, can't say enough good words about Steve Osbourne. There are those who are pleasant enough, being in the business, and they are quite fine as well ...

... but Steve Osbourne is amazing in his generosity towards the collector. He goes well out of his way to go abovew and beyond the call of duty, and I find his friendship as one of those great cherished things.

... and his magazine is top notch!!

I also second Barry's comments. He's not your modern sort of fella; he prefers to write a letter and will reply to e-mails, but he is also an incredibly busy fellow!

Posted by John W. Black (Member # 1082) on February 23, 2009, 11:38 PM:

Steve is an A1 guy! He is not very computer savvy,which makes me like him even more. He has done so much to keep this hobby alive.

Posted by Bill Phelps (Member # 1431) on February 24, 2009, 03:51 PM:

I can only "ditto" the comments that have been made regarding Steve. I have only known him since 2005 when I subscribed to the magazine.

I was invited to a show and was so inspired I now have a cinema in my basement which I enjoy so much! Steve and I have become very good friends. He's TOPS in my book when it comes to this hobby!

I too took the 'video' road in the late 80's and thought that super 8 film was washed up...I was amazed how alive it was when I found the REEL IMAGE!

Give him a call!!

Bill

Posted by Osi Osgood (Member # 424) on February 24, 2009, 04:41 PM:

I forgot to mention another of the plus's when dealing with Steve (besides the fact that he cleans all his films with his cleaner before he even ships it) is this ...

While you can order the occasional new super 8 releases (coming out of Germany) through Classic Home Cinema (another good company) ...

However, you can order those same features through Steve Osbourne and you will save a good deal of money, sometimes in the HUNDREDS!! I don't want to take any business away from CHC, but for american collectors, Steve saves a "boatload" of money!

Posted by Joe Caruso (Member # 11) on February 25, 2009, 07:58 PM:

I'm trying to get him over to Cinefest and talk about starting an 8mm con, along those lines - I've said it often and enough that we have many members would would be interested

Posted by Brad Kimball (Member # 5) on February 25, 2009, 08:31 PM:

How does one find CHC on the web?

Posted by Osi Osgood (Member # 424) on February 25, 2009, 09:51 PM:

Brad, if you go to the sales section of the forum, there is a section up top that lists assorted super 8 sellers. CHC is listed; just click the link!

Posted by Craig Hamilton (Member # 258) on February 26, 2009, 09:34 AM:

Brad, click on the link below.

Classic Home Cinema

Craig

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