Restoring old pine

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I'm currently stripping down the wood from various parts of the house. Its victorian era pine; I'm wondering what is the best way to finish it off now that it is free of paint. Should I oil, wax or varnish?
What are the pros & cons? Is one better than the other in terms of durability, preservation or is the choice mainly aesthetic?

The various parts are:

A hall cupboard (floor-ceiling very large)
picture rails
interior doors & frames
Banisters
 
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You are better off painting them like the Victorians did. It looks far more unauthentic.

If you must leave them pine then wax is the best in my opinion.
 

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