Going for the grain
I read written pieces every so often from guys going for grain. I always think the same thing. Tri-X in D-76, 35mm. Grainy, but not destructive. You want grainy?--use that Rodinal stuff. That'll ruin the picture, for sure. Grainier than that I can't imagine. (actually I can). 35mm Tri-X, if they even make the stuff, and D-76 which they still do, gives perfect grainy prints on 8x10. Doesn't kill the picture with grain, still very sharp, but grainy for those who like it. Otherwise if you like grain, use a 35mm lens on your 35mm camera, use Tri-X, and develop in Rodinal, blow up to 8x10 and you'll marvel at both grains.