Service over modern SS wire

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I'm wanting to serve the shrouds for a couple reasons: for better grip in hand, and as chafing gear against the lifelines and aloft at the spreader tips. The Herreshoff method of securing the spreader tips appeals to me, and is lauded in The Apprentice.
In "The Comforts of Service" section of The Apprentice, Brion makes reference to several other fine application for service on modern boats; clearly, full service is most appropriate for galvinized wire, but no distinct advice against patch-service of stainless is in evidence. Further reference is made to stainless wire service over stainless wire rope, with all the attendant lanolin, parcelling, etc., without any further dire warnings.
I'm assuming (a dangerous thing, I know) that the goal is to utterly exclude all moisture along with the air in order to prevent corrosion. Wooden or plastic rollers/sleeves at the bottom of the shrouds slip and twist in hand, as well as trap moisture, whereas service "bulks up" thin wire nicely, and lends security and comfort when going forward.