Sexton uses TMax 100 single load in TMax RS; Bond uses TMax 400- larger film/reciprocity in D-76. Both use Jobo. I use TMax 100 roll in TMax dev 1:5 7 min @70F in a tank; 30 sec initial + 5 "rolls" every 30 sec. Very consistant results. I strongly suggest testing to get your EI and plot curve(s). George
hey Matthew, give Tri-X a test. I used T-MAX for years because it's the sharpest film around, but it was always on the contrasty side for me too, especially in the midtones. Tri-X has a lovely smooth mid-tone creaminess that's great for shooting people. And an added benefit is that Tri-X doesn't seem as fragile as T-Max, which I've found scratches super easily.
~chris jordan (Seattle)
Matthew, I'll second Chris' recommendation for Tri-X. I develop in PMK (photographer's formulary) and mid tones are just superb for me, especially Zone 4-5 tones. I am going into the darkroom later this week to try Barry Thornton's Dixactol on some Tri-X and HP5+ negs I shot here at the beach in SC. I'll report back on my findings.
John
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