The last step in the initial shaping of the block was in adding the holes for the wood screws. I found the desired location of each of the holes with a set of calipers, then made the holes by hand with a drill bit. After making the holes, I used the potter's tool to smooth the indents, and worked on the final finish with some fine grit sandpaper.

However, through transporting the block and grip, it got dented in a few places, so I left off final surface finishing until closer to its silicone casting.