It's odd, I've rubbed it back to 1200 grit; the body is smooth but not super-shiny and I actually like it as it is now. Conflicted as to whether to keep going up the grits. I think I was too aggressive with the 800 grit.
There is, again, a couple of spots on the edges where the lacquer has rubbed through when I've knocked it back, but I know I can fix these easily enough, so this is the plan...restain those spots, reapply the lacquer, be gentler with the wet and dry.
No rush, enjoying the process.