My recommendation is Adox MQ Borax, similar to D-76, but supposedly sharper with better highlight control.
See: http://www.lostlabours.co.uk/photography/formulae/developers/devD76_variants.htm
Adox M-Q Borax
Fine grain film developer
| Water | 750 | ml |
| Metol | 2 | g |
| Sodium Sulfite (anhydrous) | 80 | g |
| Hydroquinone | 4 | g |
| Borax | 4 | g |
| Potassium Bromide | 0.5 | g |
| Cold water to make | 1000 | ml |
| Mixing Instructions: Add chemicals in specified sequence. |
| Dilution: Use undiluted. |
| Usage: Use D-76 dev times plus 10-20% |
| Notes Variation of D-76 with improved sharpness |
See: http://www.lostlabours.co.uk/photography/formulae/developers/devD76_variants.htm
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