Made a couple beverage holders out of teak and brass, to go on a boat. The design changed a lot from my original idea, but that’s allowed whether I like it or not.
They are finished with many layers of Watco Teak Oil, applied at my home and not at VHS (since drying oils are banned from VHS due to the fire risk).
Here they are installed on the boat, complete with pivot to keep drinks level as the boat heels over while sailing. Maybe this will convince him to refinish the other “bright” work