I would like to start using a finish that will give me a more natural, soft finish. I have been using lacquer. I use Mahoney's walnut oil sometimes, but wonder if there is something better for longevity. I just finished a group of pizza cutter handles, and finished them with MWO because they will be in near contact with food. The darker handles got really dark, and the finish is a little dead. My questions are:

If you use walnut oil, do you buff afterward? If so, how long to your wait after oiling?
I have tried to find a recipe for Keith burns 10 min finish. Does anyone have it, and how durable is it?
Do you have a different oil or oil finish combo that you like better than walnut oil?
Any other thoughts on oil finishes?

TIA