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00:16 It's an everyday object most people won't give a second thought to.
00:21 But for David Yong, it's what he makes to make a living.
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00:28 Being a locksmith might no longer be a popular occupation these days.
00:33 But 37-year-old Yong's job is crucial should you lose your keys or need to buy a new padlock for your home.
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00:45 Walk into David Locksmith Enterprise, his shop in Klang,
00:49 and you'll be greeted with row upon row of keys and padlocks in all shapes and sizes,
00:55 as well as safety boxes and fingerprint-activated door locks.
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01:01 Speaking with FMT Lifestyle, Yong said it was a matter of circumstance
01:06 that he fell into this niche industry when he was 18.
01:10 Having failed to secure a job after graduation,
01:14 it happened that his locksmith uncle was looking for an apprentice.
01:18 Without thinking much of it, Yong took up the offer.
01:22 Yong has now been in the business for close to 20 years,
01:26 and even took over his uncle's store when he retired.
01:30 What keeps Yong going is the satisfaction he gets from being able to open a lock,
01:36 a feeling that hasn't changed since he first picked up the craft.
01:40 So, what services does David Locksmith provide?
01:45 Replicating keys, electric gate or car remotes,
01:49 and, of course, opening or changing customers' locks.
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01:54 With the advancement of technology over the years,
01:57 Yong admits it can be difficult to keep track of the latest high-tech locks that are available.
02:03 So, the only thing he can do when he comes across them is learn,
02:07 and keep practicing to master opening them.
02:10 For all your lock and key needs, visit David Locksmith Enterprise in Kawasan 17, Klang,
02:16 or check out his second outlet in Central Eye City Mall, Shah Lang.
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