finish
A very good way to take the high gloss off your varnish,, mix rotten stone{from Brownells} with a bit of linseed and polish with a soft rag. this will not cut through your varnish, simply will dull the shine. After you get the desired soft look, wipe it carefully to get rid of any rotten stone , then rub on a coat of linseed over the varnish. Gives the protection of varnish and the hand rubbed look of linseed.