Late Bloomer
A couple points... Additives to matte a finish do not make it a better finish; they weaken it. Rub out with fine abrasives like rottenstone on a felt pad with mineral oil.
Steel wool should not be used on stocks, ever. Tiny particles get left in the finish and cannot be removed. They will, in time, rust. The "flowers" may not be visible unless magnified, but do detract from the finish.
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