Hardener after PMK afterbath

Hi all. I have been running into problems with my MF negs: they're scratching easily and noticably. I use PMK pyro, and Hutchings recommends against a hardener in the fix since it lowers the stain. I always use F24 or in a pinch Ilford Rapid. I was wondering if I can bath the negs in a hardener AFTER they have been through the the fix and the alkaline afterbath, i.e., once the main part of the staining (which of course finishes with washing) has taken place? If yes, can I just use a bath of pot. alum, and how much/how long? Thanks all. shawn

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