marktiedens
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marktiedens got a reaction from Ryland Craze in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Thanks for your thoughts - very much appreciated. If all the kind thoughts here could heal, I would be well tomorrow.
Mark
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marktiedens reacted to BobG in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
I just found your build log and was admiring your work when I came upon the post about your health. I just want to say that, along with other members of the MSW family here, I am saddened by your health news and hope you will find strength and comfort in the days ahead. There are a lot of prayers and caring thoughts being sent your way from this fellowship of ship modelers from all over the world...
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marktiedens reacted to mtbediz in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
I am very sad to hear that Mark. I hope you get well.
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marktiedens got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Thanks for your kind thoughts - much appreciated.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from coxswain in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Hello friends - I am saddened to say this build is being terminated. I have got a terminal illness & don`t have the will or energy to continue. Not sure how much time I have left, so I will look in at your projects from time to time.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from egkb in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Hello friends - I am saddened to say this build is being terminated. I have got a terminal illness & don`t have the will or energy to continue. Not sure how much time I have left, so I will look in at your projects from time to time.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from BobG in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Hi all - moving along at a snail`s pace, the upper gunport lids were glued in place & the ropes added. Then, I thought it would be a good time to fit the channels. After double checking the plans, I discovered that I glued the moulding above the upper gun deck ports too low & there wasn`t room to mount them below the moulding as the plans showed . So, after assembling one chainplate,I saw I could mount the channels above the moulding & still be ok. the channels are not glued on yet & I haven`t got to the starboard side yet. I still have to blacken the channel brackets & some other brass parts before I glue the channels on. Still trying to figure out how I got that moulding so far off.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from bruce d in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Hello friends - I am saddened to say this build is being terminated. I have got a terminal illness & don`t have the will or energy to continue. Not sure how much time I have left, so I will look in at your projects from time to time.
Mark
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marktiedens reacted to fmodajr in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Mark,
Very, very sad to hear the devastating news.
You have been a big help to me on this site and I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Frank
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marktiedens reacted to rafine in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
I join the many others who have expressed our sadness to hear of your situation. As an older person with health issues, it hits close to home.
Bob
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marktiedens reacted to Meriadoc Brandybuck in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Very sad to hear the news, Mark. I don’t know up from down but I think it’s safe to say you will be missed around here.
Do take care.
Meriadoc
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marktiedens got a reaction from Edwardkenway in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Thank you all for your kind thoughts - they are very much appreciated.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from Meriadoc Brandybuck in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Thank you all for your kind thoughts - they are very much appreciated.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from mtbediz in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Hi - another small update. All the channels are glued in place along with the fiddly PE support brackets. Extra brackets are supplied in the kit, but none are shown on the mizzen channels on the plans, so I did not add them. The extras may have been provided because the way they needed bending to fit it would be very easy to break them (don`t ask me how I know). Need to make up a bunch of chainplates next. Thanks for looking in.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from mtbediz in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Hi all - moving along at a snail`s pace, the upper gunport lids were glued in place & the ropes added. Then, I thought it would be a good time to fit the channels. After double checking the plans, I discovered that I glued the moulding above the upper gun deck ports too low & there wasn`t room to mount them below the moulding as the plans showed . So, after assembling one chainplate,I saw I could mount the channels above the moulding & still be ok. the channels are not glued on yet & I haven`t got to the starboard side yet. I still have to blacken the channel brackets & some other brass parts before I glue the channels on. Still trying to figure out how I got that moulding so far off.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from Paul Le Wol in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Thank you all for your kind thoughts - they are very much appreciated.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from mtaylor in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Thank you all for your kind thoughts - they are very much appreciated.
Mark
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marktiedens got a reaction from GrandpaPhil in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Thank you all for your kind thoughts - they are very much appreciated.
Mark
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marktiedens reacted to mtaylor in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
I am deeply saddened by this news, Mark. I'm at a total loss for words.
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marktiedens reacted to glbarlow in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Sad news, I wish you the best. Finished or not, you built a great model and did a wonderful job.
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marktiedens reacted to md1400cs in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Mark,
So so sad to read this. We've (so many of us) have become internet friends with you over the years.....Best wishes for your family as well
Sincerely,
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marktiedens reacted to GrandpaPhil in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
So sorry to hear about this.
Best of luck to you.
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marktiedens reacted to VTHokiEE in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
So sorry to hear this Mark; praying for your comfort.
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marktiedens reacted to Old Collingwood in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Not sure what to say Mark - words fail me and are meaningless - very sad news.
OC.
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marktiedens reacted to mort stoll in HMS Vanguard by marktiedens - Model Shipways - scale 1:72
Mark,
Am very sorry to hear that. I've been following since the beginning of the build and always look forward to your posts. I'll be praying for you.
Mort
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