What finish to use?

[hobbyist]

Guys, Gals and Artists:

I bought a Bullberry high/exhibition grade semifinished stock-set for my encore and wanted to pole those of you that have more experience in wood finishing on what to use for a classy finish.  Wood is a darker English Walnut with a lot of grain, patterns and dark veins and I don't want to darken it any more.

Fred at Bullberry suggested Patco wood filler with Mahogany stain mixed in to add a little reddish tint and Euritain spray finish.

FYI, I have finished a few laminated stocks with Tru-oil that has turned out great.  I am very comfortable working with Tru-oil but have not finished expensive walnut wood with it and don’t know how it will turn out.  Fred said that Tru-oil will darken the wood a little.

[Flash]

Tru-Oil yellows to a degree but not enough to spoil the grain figure. This is my opinion but I've never finished a high grade stock either. I use linseed oil which yellows even more but I prefer a deep rich color. Wouldn't have a fiddle back maple if you gave it to me!

[hobbyist]

Flash,  Thanks for your insight.  Mike