Any tips on working the holes in a chunk of oak with no power tools? And, could i use whiskey as a finish when I'm done? It's a one piece too well, most likely, this is my first attempt and I figured a one piece would be easier, I should be good with shaping with the files. The wood has sat for more than 3 months by now and it was a branch i found here on treasure island SF, so if this fails i roughly have 5 more attempts. I'm aiming for a straight pot or billiard and if this is succesful will be my first "real" pipe. Oh and I'm broke so more reason for a one piece and I can't go out and buy more tools.