Well done!
I've never been a fan of Watco. I prefer the line of stains and finishes made by General. I usually use the oil based, but their water based are good too. Set fast and hard. The Gel Poly is great for a "close to the wood" look. On Oak I pre-stain with the General Seal-A Cel clear, then use a dye stain. It makes the stain behave better (no blotches). A couple coats of Gel Poly and you're good to go.
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