Davidpepke
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- Aug 20, 2014
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Hi everyone. I decided it's time to partake in the forum - I've been following the FOG daily for a couple of years now, so I feel it's time.
My name is David and I live in Copenhagen, Denmark. I have been a hobbyist since my teens, but about six months ago I started an apprenticeship as a carpenter. At the age of 31 I finally gave in and started to turn pro. It's going to take me a couple of years as an apprentice - which is about half the time it normally takes to become a carpenter. In Denmark you can get a lot of credit if you have previous education - which I do.
Anyway - a few years ago I wanted to start buying some proper tools - and I spent a looong time researching brands etc. I went with Festool - and as such, I was a powertool virgin when I took the plunge. It has its plusses and minuses, but overall I am super pleased with the brand. Especially now in my apprenticeship where I get to work with a lot of other brands - I suddenly realize how lucky I am with my private tools. I guess there's a lot you take for granted when you start with a high quality brand.
So, I live in a one-bedroom apartment with my girlfriend - and she is amazingly overbearing with the growing number of Systainers. I've built a bed frame with storage drawers - to a bespoke high of a sys-4. Ingenious. Except the drawers are now full. Meh - we're planning to move of the city soon anyways.
That's a little about me. I would like to thank you all for participating in this great place - and for teaching me so many things. I imagine that there are many guys and girls like me around the world - gaining knowledge from all of you.
David
My name is David and I live in Copenhagen, Denmark. I have been a hobbyist since my teens, but about six months ago I started an apprenticeship as a carpenter. At the age of 31 I finally gave in and started to turn pro. It's going to take me a couple of years as an apprentice - which is about half the time it normally takes to become a carpenter. In Denmark you can get a lot of credit if you have previous education - which I do.
Anyway - a few years ago I wanted to start buying some proper tools - and I spent a looong time researching brands etc. I went with Festool - and as such, I was a powertool virgin when I took the plunge. It has its plusses and minuses, but overall I am super pleased with the brand. Especially now in my apprenticeship where I get to work with a lot of other brands - I suddenly realize how lucky I am with my private tools. I guess there's a lot you take for granted when you start with a high quality brand.
So, I live in a one-bedroom apartment with my girlfriend - and she is amazingly overbearing with the growing number of Systainers. I've built a bed frame with storage drawers - to a bespoke high of a sys-4. Ingenious. Except the drawers are now full. Meh - we're planning to move of the city soon anyways.
That's a little about me. I would like to thank you all for participating in this great place - and for teaching me so many things. I imagine that there are many guys and girls like me around the world - gaining knowledge from all of you.
David
