I have an older, mid seventies, Remington 700 BDL walnut stock that has the shinny lacquer finish. I want to remove the lacquer finish and apply a satin or hand rubbed oil finish. I have no experience with this whatsoever.

I have done numerous Google searches and the opinions are mixed on use of chemical stripping agents, or fine grit sandpaper and steel wool, and no chemicals.

Looking for your opinions and experiences. Thanks for your response.

Gregg