C41 or Traditional B&W developing?

I don't take enough photos to warrant setting up my own darkroom (although I've always been interested in doing it), so I have to rely on the "Hit & Miss" send-out variety shops.

Anyway, I've always been a little skeptical of using the C41 B&W because I suspected the contrast would not be as desired. Does anyone have any comments/opinions on this matter? (Remember, I'm sending them out at a Commercial Camera shop, not developing at home)

While we're at it, does anyone have any thoughts on what would be the best film given my circumstance? I've been using the Kodak Tri-X 400 for years, and was considering switching to the TMAX for a little better contrast and enlargement capabilities. What do you think?

Thanks in advance for your input. Great forum, BTW!

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