Ok, so I'm gradually restoring my NC30 after sitting in my parents garage 14 years and was going to give the yoke a fresh lick of paint. I started sanding off the old paint then going finer with the paper and before I know it I have quite a shiny yoke!
The first question is do I go for the polished look or paint it? (I know it's personal preference but like to hear others opinion)
The second question is, if I go for the polished look will it require a lacquer to stop it corroding?

I would lacquer it otherwise it will oxidise at the first hint of moisture.

Hi, yeah i did that! lol. i never laquered mine, but needs polishing alot (well at least twice a year), but at least the keys dont scratch the laquer off!
Cheers
Ian

Satin black paint, a polished top yoke doesn't suit the NC in my opinion.

Two to one then so far! Twice a year isn't bad Ian. Does yours see much in the way of bad weather?

They look better painted.

Painted.

Painted in Satin black looks best IMO, polished bits are a bit too bling for me.

If your looking for votes....painted imo

Anodised purple or lilac.