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biguitarjohn
25th February 2015, 11:14 AM
Hello, I'm John and I live in South Manchester, UK.

I retired 2 years ago. I was a Civil Engineer specialising in ground remediation and bulk excavations. I'd be happy never to see another excavator, dozer or tipper wagon again. Ever!http://d1r5wj36adg1sk.cloudfront.net/images/smilies/smile.gif

I've been busy sorting our house but now I'm about to start fitting out a small workshop in our half garage. It will be pretty simple, I plan to build my own bench from timber surplus to requirements from small construction works on the house and use small power tools and ,of course, hand tools.

My main interest is in starting to build electric guitars. I built my first and only one when I was sixteen and not so sweet. I hope that this phase of production will be more successful than that of my youth.

I look forward to engaging with you all in the future.

In the meantime
Best Regards,
John

old1955
26th February 2015, 12:12 PM
Welcome to the forum John.

Christos
26th February 2015, 12:45 PM
Welcome to the forum.

You introduction has touched on a few of the subsections of this forum, like hand tools, power tools and work bench.

If you have not done so as yet take a look at the musical instruments subsection. http://www.woodworkforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=97

It is after all a hobby in your retirement so enjoy the time of building something and may you only dig shallow holes for the plants. :U

biguitarjohn
27th February 2015, 06:34 AM
Thanks for a warm welcome!

I am working on learning how to navigate my way around the site (I have never joined a forum before). Then I hope to be able to make a valuable contribution.

Cheers, for now.

crowie
27th February 2015, 09:38 PM
G'Day & Welcome "to the Great South Land" & to a top forum "John".
There are quite a few members from UK on the forum as well as across the rest of the world..
You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
Make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP [work in progress] photos with build notes.
Enjoy the forum.
Enjoy your woodwork.
Cheers from On Top DownUnder, crowie

may i suggest you give your creations a new thread to show off your handiwork in the relevant subsection....

JJF
3rd March 2015, 07:18 AM
Welcome to the forum John