decreasing grain using TRI X

For my portrait work, I use TRI X (400 or 320(MF)). I meter my studio at 200. I use HC110 (B) solution, although I double the dilution and time. (1:14, 12min 45sec) I got the times out of Anshell's book. It was 7.5, doubled would be 15 min. I deduct 15% for rotary (JOBO) processing. I mix everything with distilled water. I don't use Stop bath, but a water bath for 30 sec. Fix for 5 minutes, rinse for 2, hypo for 2, wash for 5, edwal wetting agent is the final step. My prints for either 11x14 or 16x20. (8x10's are fine). In fact, the grain is not so bad, but there are times when I would prefer smaller or less grain. I would appreciate any advise. I'm hesitant to use Xtol, although I have, but so-so results. thanks for any help. carol

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