Hi, guys.

I have a real nice factory walnut stock with cut checkering from Numrich. Very happy with it, but some areas are noticeably lighter in color. Actually, I would like the whole thing a bit darker. I am considering staining it a bit with Birchwood Casey Walnut stain. Then finishing with BC Tru-Oil.

1. I suppose I need to sand it down a bit to get past the original finish/sealer or else the stain will not take. Correct?

2. Will staining walnut that has already been sealed and oiled work advisable? Or, another concern, is walnut stain intended for non-walnuts? Maybe I should be satisfied with the natural walnut color? Should I not do this? Might I be better off just applying more Tru-Oil? My concern is the color is not as dark as I'd like.

Any advice is appreciated.