======Fleetwood's High-Finish Handle Polish======
=====Object Information=====
  * **Type:** [[Broomstick]] Care Product
  * **Owners:** [[Harry Potter]]
  * **Maker:** Fleetwood's (Brand)
=====Description and Appearance=====
Fleetwood's High-Finish Handle Polish is a magical substance used for the maintenance of [[broomstick]] handles. It is sold in a large jar and is a key component of the deluxe [[Broomstick Servicing Kit]]. The polish itself is one of several items in the handsome, leather-covered kit, which also includes a pair of silver-tipped Tail-Twig Clippers, a small brass compass for long journeys, and a copy of the //Handbook of Do-It-Yourself Broomcare//.
=====Magical Properties and Usage=====
As its name implies, the primary function of this polish is to give a [[broomstick]]'s handle a superior, high-gloss finish. This is not merely cosmetic; proper maintenance of a racing [[broomstick]] like a [[Firebolt]] is essential for its performance and longevity. The polish cleans the handle and likely provides a protective layer against wear and environmental factors. It is applied by hand, and its use is part of a broader regimen of [[broomstick]] care recommended for serious [[Quidditch]] players and [[broomstick]] enthusiasts.
=====History=====
The polish is a commercially available product in the [[wizarding world]] during the 1990s. [[Hermione Granger]] purchased a [[Broomstick Servicing Kit]] containing the polish as a fourteenth birthday present for [[Harry Potter]] in the summer of 1994. This indicates it was readily available for purchase from magical retailers like those in [[Diagon Alley]].
=====Role in the Story=====
Fleetwood's High-Finish Handle Polish first appears as a thoughtful gift from [[Hermione Granger]] to [[Harry Potter]], demonstrating her attention to his interests, particularly his passion for [[Quidditch]] and his prized [[Firebolt]].
The object plays a small but significant role in showing Harry's preparation for the [[Triwizard Tournament]]. In the days leading up to the [[First Task]], Harry spends an entire evening meticulously polishing his [[Firebolt]] with the Fleetwood's polish. This act of care highlights how much he values his [[broomstick]] and how he turns to his exceptional flying ability as a source of confidence when facing a dangerous and unknown challenge. The pristine condition of his [[broomstick]] is paramount as he prepares to face a dragon.
=====Behind the Scenes=====
There is no additional information about Fleetwood's High-Finish Handle Polish from J.K. Rowling's interviews, the Pottermore/Wizarding World website, or the film adaptations. Its existence is confined to the original novels, serving to build the detailed and mundane realities of the [[wizarding world]].