Some people keep their couch covered in plastic...  To each his own.  I guess that's why they make iron covers.  

That's a disgrace toTT. I would never give up a hat, shirt, or test balls if I got any.

Being a forged iron, those scratches and nicks will show up more than on a cast club since the metal is softer. You might try a chrome wheel polish you can find at most auto parts stores.

Quite odd, but congrats.