Thanks everyone, will check out the local auto refinishing stores today Andyxlh. Previously had a go at hand staining a burst and was happy enough with the result.
Simon, is there a suggested method with the tru oil and brush? Brush with the grain? Brush from a central point directly to the edge (my money is on this approach)? Brush in a expanding spiral pattern moving outwards from the light centre to the darker edge? Forgive my ignorance but rest ashored I’ll test on the scrap wood first.
I’ve seen the great results with the air brush but I’m determined to have a go by hand.