You guys are mixing up concepts. PVD is a coating, but it’s like microns thick unless I’m missing something. Regardless we don’t need PVD. Brass can still be polished without PVD. Not the end of the world if it’s not, but I’d prefer something polished, so it can be cleaned more easily (cause smooth). If brass is not sealed it WILL tarnish and thus it will need to be cleaned.
With the sandblasted finish, are you sure the fingerprints aren’t just tarnishing? Have you tried using something acidic to clean it? Like vinegar & baking soda or salt?
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