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Got the pair for a tenner! So I don’t want to remove the veneer? Just lightly sand where I can see it is veneer and then where it’s just wood can afford to be a bit less careful
bobble-
That is a steal!
It’s difficult to tell from the photo what is veneer and what isn’t. But no, you don’t want to remove it.
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worth trying something like this in the first instance?
https://www.howardproducts.com/product/restor-a-finish/
Not sure if @Howard approved, despite the name ;)
Sharkstar
hvsds
I had a desk of similar vintage. First thing to check is what is veneer and what isn’t. That will indicate where you need to be cautious with the sanding. It’s surprisingly easy to sand through the veneer, don’t ask how I know. The drawer faces look to be solid oak. For those, I’d consider a rub down with a fine brass wire brush to get the old varnish out of the grain prior to sanding. It looks like a lovely project to work on.