Check out two products that will give you an excellent shine without needing the use of a buffer, Paragon and Halcyon, both from the same maker. One can be used on both smooth and rusticated pipes, The other is for smooth finishes only. I use both products and they provide as good a shine as carnuba, in part because they are composed of carnuba. You just use the smallest amount and follow directions. I get a better result by not following the directions. Rather than use a polishing cloth, I apply a small amount using my fingertips to spread the paste, then as it sets up, I rub the pipe with my fingers and in the palms of my hands so that the particles of polish are rubbing against each other as the paste sets up and the result is a glass like finish.