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Soldiers Media Center Update on Soldiers in Afghanistan getting MultiCam

2010-03-13T13:09:00Z

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Soldiers in Afghanistan to get new MultiCam

MARADMIN 029/10 Amplification to the Marine Corps Tattoo Policy

2010-03-06T00:06:00Z

Marines TV has a short story on the Marine Corps Tattoo Policy. The Marine Corps has issued an amplification to the tattoo policy in MARADMIN 029/10 in order to maintain the professional appearance of Marines.

R 151956Z JAN 10
UNCLASSIFIED//
MARADMIN 029/10
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC DMCS//
SUBJ/AMPLIFICATION TO THE MARINE CORPS TATTOO POLICY//
REF/A/MSGIDOC/CMC WASHINGTON DC MCUB /YMD:20030331//
REF/B/MSGIDOC/CMC WASHINGTON DC MCRC/YMD:20040210//
REF/C/MSGIDOC/CMC WASHINGTON DC MPP/YMD:20080709//
NARR/REF A IS MCO P1020.34G, MARINE CORPS UNIFORM REGULATIONS. REF B IS MCO P1100.72C, MILITARY PERSONNEL PROCUREMENT MANUAL, VOLUME 2, ENLISTED PROCUREMENT. REF C IS MCO 1001.45J, CAREER DESIGNATION, RETENTION, AND RETURN TO ACTIVE DUTY, REDESIGNATION OF RESTRICTED OFFICERS TO UNRESTRICTED STATUS, AND INTER-SERVICE TRANSFER OF OFFICERS INTO THE MARINE CORPS.//
POC/P. J. HILLIARD/MAJ/UNIT:MPO /-/TEL:703-784-9387//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. PURPOSE. TO PROVIDE CLARITY, ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE, AND A SINGLE-SOURCE DOCUMENT FOR THE OFFICIAL MARINE CORPS TATTOO POLICY.
2. FOR GENERATIONS, MARINES HAVE SERVED PROUDLY IN EVERY REGION OF THE WORLD, FULFILLING OUR ROLE AS AMERICA'S AMBASSADORS AND DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM. WE ARE RECOGNIZED AROUND THE GLOBE FOR OUR MILITARY PROWESS AND HIGH STANDARDS OF MILITARY BEARING AND APPEARANCE. THE GROWING TREND OF EXCESSIVE TATTOOS LIMITS WORLD-WIDE ASSIGNABILITY OF MARINES AND DETRACTS FROM ONE OF THE MOST VISIBLE HALLMARKS OF OUR CORPS - OUR DISTINGUISHED APPEARANCE. THIS TATTOO POLICY SEEKS TO BALANCE THE PERSONAL DESIRES OF MARINES WITH THEIR INHERENT RESPONSIBILITIES TO SET THE EXAMPLE AND PRESENT THE SHARP MILITARY APPEARANCE AMERICA HAS COME TO EXPECT OF HER MARINES.
3. THE POLICY'S OVERALL INTENT IS TO ENSURE MARINES CAN BE ASSIGNED WHENEVER AND WHEREVER THEY ARE NEEDED AND TO MAINTAIN OUR PROFESSIONAL DEMEANOR AND THE HIGH STANDARDS EXPECTED OF THE MARINE CORPS. THIS MARADMIN PROVIDES THE CONSOLIDATED/UPDATED MARINE CORPS TATTOO POLICY AND TAKES PRECEDENCE OVER ALL PREVIOUS MARADMINS ON THE SUBJECT.
A. TATTOOS/BRANDS CONTINUE TO BE SUBJECT TO REVIEW UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G., PROMOTION, ASSIGNMENT, SCHOOL, ETC.) TO DETERMINE IF ANY ARE PREJUDICIAL TO GOOD ORDER, DISCIPLINE AND MORALE, OR ARE OF A NATURE TO BRING DISCREDIT UPON THE MARINE CORPS.
B. THE FOLLOWING IS THE EXISTING POLICY PROMULGATED IN REFS A AND B.
(1) PRIOR TO ENLISTMENT INTO THE MARINE CORPS, APPLICANTS WITH MORE THAN FOUR (4) TATTOOS/BRANDS WILL BE ADMINISTRATIVELY REVIEWED IAW WITH REF B.
(2) TATTOOS/BRANDS THAT ARE SEXIST (EXPRESS NUDITY), RACIST, ECCENTRIC OR OFFENSIVE IN NATURE, EXPRESS AN ASSOCIATION WITH CONDUCT OR SUBSTANCES PROHIBITED BY THE MARINE CORPS DRUG POLICY AND THE UNIFORM CODE OF MILITARY JUSTICE (UCMJ), TO INCLUDE TATTOOS ASSOCIATED WITH ILLEGAL DRUGS, DRUG USAGE, OR PARAPHERNALIA, ARE PROHIBITED.
(3) TATTOOS/BRANDS THAT DEPICT VULGAR OR ANTI-AMERICAN CONTENT, BRING POSSIBLE DISCREDIT TO THE MARINE CORPS, OR ASSOCIATE THE APPLICANT/MARINE WITH ANY EXTREMIST GROUP OR ORGANIZATION ARE PROHIBITED.
(4) TATTOOS/BRANDS ON THE HEAD AND NECK ARE PROHIBITED.
(5) SLEEVE TATTOOS AS DEFINED IN PARAGRAGH 5A ARE PROHIBITED. HALF-SLEEVE OR QUARTER-SLEEVE TATTOOS THAT ARE VISIBLE TO THE EYE WHEN WEARING STANDARD PHYSICAL TRAINING (PT) GEAR ARE LIKEWISE PROHIBITED. NO ADDITIONAL ACTION IS REQUIRED BY MARINES WHOSE SLEEVE TATTOOS WERE PREVIOUSLY GRANDFATHERED PER MARADMIN 198/07.
4. THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE CLARIFIES THE MARINE CORPS TATTOO POLICY AND IS EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY. MARINES WHO DO NOT MEET THIS GUIDANCE WILL BE GRANDFATHERED PER PARAGRAPH 6.
A. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO ALL MARINES.
(1) TATTOOS/BRANDS ON THE HANDS, FINGERS, AND WRISTS ARE PROHIBITED.
(2) TATTOOS/BRANDS IN THE MOUTH ARE PROHIBITED.
(3) INDIVIDUAL TATTOOS VISIBLE IN THE STANDARD PT UNIFORM (SHORTS AND T-SHIRT) WILL BE NO LARGER THAN THE WEARER'S HAND WITH FINGERS EXTENDED AND JOINED WITH THE THUMB TOUCHING THE BASE OF THE INDEX FINGER.
(4) BAND TATTOOS NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH PARAGRAPH 5B ARE PROHIBITED.
(5) TATTOOS/BRANDS WILL NOT BE VISIBLE OR APPARENT ON THE FEET OR LEGS WHEN WEARING THE SERVICE A, BLUE DRESS A/B, BLUE-WHITE DRESS A/B, OR THE EVENING DRESS UNIFORMS. EXCEPTION: FORMAL INSPECTIONS AS PRESCRIBED BY COMMANDERS AND/OR INSPECTOR GENERAL TEAMS.
(6) TATTOOS NOT VISIBLE OR APPARENT WITHOUT THE USE OF ULTRA-VIOLET LIGHTING (BLACK LIGHT) MUST MEET THE POLICY AS SET FORTH HEREIN AND IAW THE REFERENCES.
B. ADDED GUIDANCE APPLICABLE ONLY TO OFFICERS (COMMISSIONED/WARRANT).
(1) OFFICERS ARE LIMITED TO NOT MORE THAN FOUR (4) TATTOOS/BRANDS VISIBLE IN THE STANDARD PT UNIFORM.
(2) BAND TATTOOS EXCEEDING A MAXIMUM WIDTH OF TWO (2) INCHES ARE PROHIBITED.
(3) ENLISTED MARINES WITH PREVIOUSLY GRANDFATHERED SLEEVE TATTOOS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR A MARINE CORPS COMMISSIONING OR WARRANT OFFICER PROGRAM. IN OTHER WORDS, AN ENLISTED MARINE GRANDFATHERED FOR A SLEEVE TATTOO IAW MARADMIN 198/07 HAS NO RESTRICTIONS FOR REENLISTMENT OR PROMOTION AS AN ENLISTED MARINE, BUT IS NOT ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THE MARINE ENLISTED COMMISSIONING EDUCATION PROGRAM (MECEP), WARRANT OFFICER, OR ANY OTHER ENLISTED-TO-OFFICER PROGRAM.
(4) PRIOR TO COMMISSIONING/WARRANT OFFICER APPOINTMENT, OFFICER CANDIDATES WILL BE RESCREENED FOR TATTOOS WHICH ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THIS POLICY.
5. DEFINITIONS
A. SLEEVE TATTOOS: A TATTOO(S) THAT IS VERY LARGE OR A COLLECTION OF SMALLER TATTOOS THAT COVERS, OR ALMOST COVERS, A PERSON'S ENTIRE ARM OR LEG. A HALF/QUARTER SLEEVE TATTOO IS DEFINED AS A VERY LARGE TATTOO OR A COLLECTION OF SMALLER TATTOOS THAT COVERS, OR ALMOST COVERS, THE ENTIRE PORTION OF AN ARM OR LEG ABOVE OR BELOW THE ELBOW OR KNEE.
B. BAND TATTOOS: A TATTOO WHICH PARTIALLY OR FULLY ENCIRCLES THE CIRCUMFERENCE OF THE BODY PART. OFFICERS ARE ALLOWED BAND TATTOO(S) WITH A MAXIMUM WIDTH OF TWO (2) INCHES. ENLISTED MARINES ARE ALLOWED BAND TATTOO(S) WITH A MAXIMUM WIDTH LESS THAN ONE-QUARTER OF THE RESPECTIVE BODY PART(S) (I.E., LEG OR ARM) EXPOSED SURFACE WHILE WEARING THE STANDARD PT UNIFORM.
C. ONE TATTOO: A SINGLE TATTOO IS DEFINED AS ONE (1) OR MULTIPLE TATTOOS SPACED APART THAT CAN STILL BE COVERED BY A CIRCLE WITH A DIAMETER OF FIVE (5) INCHES. TATTOOS SPACED APART THAT CANNOT BE COVERED BY A CIRCLE WITH A DIAMETER OF FIVE (5) INCHES ARE CONSIDERED SEPARATE TATTOOS.
D. THE NECK: ANY PORTION ABOVE THE COLLARBONE IN THE FRONT AREA, ABOVE THE FIRST CERVICAL VERTEBRAE IN THE BACK AREA, OR OTHERWISE VISIBLE DUE TO THE OPEN COLLAR OF THE SHORT SLEEVE KHAKI SHIRT, WITHOUT AN UNDERSHIRT.
E. EXCESSIVE TATTOOS: WHEN THE COMBINED TATTOO COVERAGE ON A PARTICULAR BODY PART(S), I.E., LEG OR ARM, EXCEEDS ONE-QUARTER OF THE RESPECTIVE BODY PART(S) EXPOSED SURFACE WHILE THE INDIVIDUAL IS WEARING THE STANDARD PT UNIFORM.
F. APPLICANT/CANDIDATE: FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS MARADMIN, AN "APPLICANT" IS ANY CIVILIAN IN THE ACCESSION PIPELINE FOR ENLISTMENT INTO THE MARINE CORPS, AND A "CANDIDATE" INCLUDES ANY PARTICIPANT IN AN OFFICER ACCESSION PROGRAM SUCH AS MECEP, OFFICER CANDIDATE COURSE, PLATOON LEADERS COURSE, NAVAL RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS, U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY, ETC.
6. COORDINATING INSTRUCTIONS
A. COMMANDERS OF MARINES WHO DO NOT MEET THE GUIDANCE CONTAINED IN PARAGRAPH 4 WILL TAKE THE FOLLOWING ACTION TO GRANDFATHER THOSE MARINES. COMMANDS WILL INSERT A PHOTOGRAPH(S) OF THE MARINES RESPECTIVE TATTOOS/BRANDS, ALONG WITH A MEASUREMENT(S) OF THE SIZE IN INCHES AND OF THE LOCATIONS(S) ON THE BODY, AND DATE THE TATTOO/BRANDS WAS DOCUMENTED ON PAGE 11 OF THE MARINE'S OFFICER QUALIFICATION RECORD (OQR)/SERVICE RECORD BOOK (SR. THE INDIVIDUAL WILL SIGN THE PAGE 11 ENTRY VERIFYING THE INFORMATION IS CORRECT. THE INFORMATION SHALL BE FORWARDED TO THE RESPECTIVE PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION CENTER FOR ENTRY INTO THE MARINE'S OQR/SRB NOT LATER THAN 1 JUNE 2010.
B. FOR ALL APPLICANTS/CANDIDATES CURRENTLY IN AN OFFICER OR ENLISTED ACCESSION PIPELINE, THE COMMANDING GENERAL, MARINE CORPS RECRUITING COMMAND (CG MCRC) WILL INFORM THEM OF ADDITIONS TO THE TATTOO POLICY. THOSE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WILL BE GRANDFATHERED AND MCRC WILL DOCUMENT ALL TATTOOS/BRANDS NOT LATER THAN 1 JUNE 2010.
C. THE DEPUTY COMMANDANT FOR MANPOWER AND RESERVE AFFAIRS (DC MRA) IS DESIGNATED AS THE FINAL ADJUDICATING AUTHORITY FOR ANY TATTOO ISSUE REGARDING RETENTION, SPECIAL DUTY ASSIGNMENTS, AND TATTOO CONTENT. COMMANDERS OF MARINES WITH QUESTIONABLE TATTOO(S) CAN SUBMIT DOCUMENTATION FOR ADJUDICATION. SUCH REQUESTS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO DC MRA (MM), VIA THE CHAIN OF COMMAND, USING AN ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION FORM. THE PACKAGE WILL INCLUDE A PHOTOGRAPH(S) OF THE QUESTIONABLE TATTOO(S); A COPY OF ANY PAGE 11 CONTAINING AN ENTRY WHICH GRANDFATHERED THE TATTOO(S); MEASUREMENT(S) OF THE SIZE IN INCHES; DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION(S) OF THE TATTOO(S); AND AN EXPLANATION AS TO WHY THE TATTOO(S) WAS DEEMED QUESTIONABLE BY THE COMMANDER. ONCE DC MRA HAS MADE A DETERMINATION ON THE TATTOO(S), THE MARINE'S COMMANDER WILL ANNOTATE THE INFORMATION IN THE MARINE'S OQR/SRB (PAGE 11) AND DETERMINE THE APPROPRIATE ACTIONS.
D. THE CG MCRC IS THE FINAL ADJUDICATING AUTHORITY FOR ANY TATTOO ISSUE INVOLVING ACCESSIONS (BOTH OFFICER AND ENLISTED), TO INCLUDE ENLISTED MARINES WHO MAY APPLY FOR A COMMISSIONING OR WARRANT OFFICER PROGRAM. EXCEPTION TO THE ABOVE IS ANY ACCESSION RESULTING FROM AN OFFICER RETENTION BOARD IN WHICH THE ADJUDICATING AUTHORITY IS THE DIRECTOR, MANPOWER MANAGEMENT DIVISION (MM) FOR DC MRA.
E. COMMANDERS ARE REQUIRED TO DISSEMINATE THIS POLICY, EDUCATE ALL MARINES WITHIN THEIR COMMAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, AND MONITOR COMPLIANCE. INDIVIDUAL MARINES ARE RESPONSIBLE TO PROVIDE THE COMMAND WITH THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION FOR GRANDFATHERING. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN ADMINISTRATIVE/PUNITIVE ACTIONS; COMMANDERS SHALL TAKE THE APPROPRIATE ACTION AS REQUIRED AND WITHIN UCMJ LIMITS TO ENFORCE AND MAINTAIN COMPLIANCE.
F. AS APPROPRIATE MARINE CORPS ORDERS AND REGULATIONS ARE REVISED IAW THIS MARADMIN, ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE PROMULGATED VIA SEPARATE CORRESPONDENCE.
7. THIS MESSAGE IS APPLICABLE TO THE MARINE CORPS TOTAL FORCE.
8. RELEASE AUTHORIZED BY JAMES T. CONWAY, GENERAL, U.S. MARINE CORPS, COMMANDANT OF THE MARINE CORPS.//

NAVY CRACKERJACK UNIFORM UPGRADE UNDER CONSIDERATION

2010-02-27T17:30:00Z

Upgrades to the Navy Crackerjack Uniform are under consideration according to the Navy Times. The Times is reporting that after 24 months of testing the Navy will vote on upgrades to the Crackerjack Uniform later this year.

If approved, the upgrades will modernize the traditional Navy Crackerjack Uniform for enlisted sailors E-6 and below.

Issues during wear tests are being worked out the Navy hopes to get the New Crackerjack Uniform before the Uniform Board within the next 12 Months.

We'll post more information as it becomes available. Sailors can find more information about the new Crackerjacks in the Navy Times.

SOLDIERS TO WEAR ARMY MULITCAM IN AFGHANISTAN THIS SUMMER

2010-02-20T13:21:00Z

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                         US Army photo by C. Todd Lopez

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Feb. 19, 2010) -- Starting this summer, Soldiers sent to fight in Afghanistan will wear an Army Combat Uniform with the "MultiCam" pattern instead of the standard-issue universal camouflage pattern.

Secretary of the Army John McHugh made that announcement Feb. 19, after the service conducted a rigorous four-month evaluation of various uniform patterns to determine what could best protect Soldiers in Afghanistan.

The new uniforms are of the same material and cut that Soldiers are already wearing in the Army Combat Uniform or ACU. It is the camouflage printed on the fabric that will be different. The change allows commanders in Afghanistan to have more options in deciding how best to equip their Soldiers.

"As a material provider, I want to be responsive to the Soldiers I support," said Col. William E. Cole, project manager for Soldier Protection and Individual Equipment. "I want to give commanders options, I want to be responsive to Soldiers. That is what we were trying to do -- we're working to give (them) more options."

The uniforms bearing the new pattern, like the latest ACUs, will be fireproof.

The decision to use the MultiCam pattern came after the Army evaluated its effectiveness at providing camouflage protection in Iraq. That was done, in part, by consulting with nearly 750 Soldiers who had deployed to Afghanistan. Those Soldiers participated in a "photo simulation" study administered by the Army.

Additionally, feedback from Soldiers who have already worn the uniform in Afghanistan was used to make the final decision. About 2,000 Soldiers were involved in tests to see how effective patterns such as MultiCam and UCP-Delta were at providing concealment in the varying terrain of Afghanistan.

NAVADMIN 020/10: NAVY SERVICE DRESS KHAKI UNIFORM UPDATE

2010-02-14T16:22:00Z

NAVADMIN 020/10 provides an update on the new Navy Service Dress Khaki Uniform and announces approval for final development of the Service Dress Khaki Uniform (SDK) as an optional Navy Uniform.

The Navy completed SDK wear testing in October 2009. The new Navy Service Dress Khaki Jacket will be a Poly/Wool blend and may be worn with the existing Service Khaki pants or skirt.

The Navy Service Dress Khaki Uniform will be optional wear by E7 through O10 in place of the Navy Summer White and Service Khaki (when summer uniforms are prescribed). It may also be worn in situations wear a tie is appropriate such as office environments. In those situations it will serve as an optional configuration of the Service Khaki (Long Sleeve Shirt, tie with/without the SDK Jacket).

The Navy will publish a detailed Service Dress Khaki Uniform wear regulations at a later date. The Navy Uniform Matters Office projects the SDK uniform to be available by FY12.

Sailors can find more information on the new Navy Service Dress Khaki Uniform NAVADMIN 020/10.

Navy ACU wear regulations for Sailors

2010-02-05T18:09:00Z

NAVADMIN 042/10 published 4 Feb, 2010 outlines Army Combat Uniform (ACU) wear regulations for Sailors serving with Army units and other services. The uniform regulation allows Sailors to wear the ACU when wearing the Navy equivalent is "inappropriate".

This should be at no cost and Sailors can apply for reimbursement of out of pocket expenses for ACU uniform items through their chain of command.

NAVADMIN 042/10 stated that Sailors "who meet the criteria outlined in Navy Uniform Regulations (NAVPER 156651) Chapter Six, Section Six, for authorized wear of the Army Combat Uniform (ACU), shall do so in accordance with U.S. Army Uniform Regulations and the following additional guidance:"

-ACU Headgear: Only the Patrol Cap or ACU Boonie hat is authorized when not wearing a helmet. Sailors are authorized to sew on rank insignia to the above head gear, including the helmet cover.

-ACU Name Tape/Service Insignia: Will be made with universal camouflage background and the placement will follow Army guidelines. Name tape is authorized on the ACU Patrol Cap.

-Navy Skill badges/Tapes, Unit Patches/Insignia and Sewn-on devices are not authorized.

-Subdued Pin on Breast Insignia (Warfare only): Authorized for wear in garrison only.

-U.S. Flag Insignia: Worn in accordance with Army uniform regulations.

-ACU Footwear: To be worn as authorized by the local Army Commander.

-Black Fleece Gortex Liner: Is authorized.

Sailors should refer to NAVADMIN 042/10 for more information

ABU Boot Testing Results

2010-01-30T00:59:00Z

The Air Force Uniform Office has announced that ABU Boot testing has been completed and the Air Force has chosen a full-grain leather boot with a rubber toe and heel to increase curability, wear and resist staining.

Testing was initiated in 2008 after the Uniform Officer began looking for options to increase the stain resistance of the current sage green suede ABU combat boots.

"The intent was to try a boot that is easy to clean, will not stain, and hides scuffs and wear from industrial use" according to the AFUO Chief, Richard Keefer. "The latest test boots have smooth leather, like the old black boots."

Until the new stain-resistant ABU boot is produced, commanders can continue to authorize Airmen to wear black boots in certain work areas. Once the new ABU boot is produced, the black boot policy will be phased out and the new ABU Sage Green stain resistant boot will be worn for industrial use.

The Air Force will publish more information on the new ABU stain resistant boot in the summer of 2010.

Airman, for more information on the new ABU Stain Resistant Boots read the af.mil news story.

Navy WWII "Throw-Back" Dress Khaki Uniform approved

2010-01-30T00:56:00Z

The Navy Times is reporting that the CNO has approved a World War II throw-back Service Dress Khaki Uniform design for Navy Chiefs and Officers .


                      (U.S. Navy Photo)

The uniform will be available late next year and is a result of feedback and testing from the fleet.   It is an optional uniform that can be worn in place of Navy Summer Whites or Service Khakis.   The design includes a Black Tie and Long or Short Sleeve versions.

Sailors can find more information in the Navy Times article, WWII service dress khakis approved.

NAVADMIN 015/10 Prohibits 50/50 NWU Blue T-SHIRTS

2010-01-24T21:21:00Z

NAVADMIN 015/10, published 15 Jan 2010, notified the Fleet of a problem with the Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Blue T-Shirt.

NAVADMIN 015/10 states "Navy Exchange Command (NEXCOM) uniform centers have been marketing a 50/50 cotton/polyester version of the blue T-Shirt for the NWU (identified by SOFFEE in red letters on the collar label".

The only fabric approved by the CNO for wear with the NWU is the cotton NWU Blue T-Shirt. The 50/50 Cotton/Poly version is not authorized. NEX has stopped selling the 50/50 version at uniform centers. Any unworn versions can be returned to the uniform centers for a refund or store credit.

The Navy is encouraging sailors to save their 50/50 shirts until a study is completed to determine its wear in all environments.

Sailors should refer to NAVADMIN 015/10 for more information.

2010 Military Clothing Replacement Allowance (Enlisted Members )

2010-01-09T19:10:00Z

            2010 Standard Initial Clothing Allowance (Enlisted Members Only)



           ARMY                     NAVY                      USAF                    USMC

Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female

1426.11 1702.14 1594.37 1823.49 1379.40 1596.77 1690.62 1761.05

2010 Cash Clothing Replacement Allowance (Enlisted Members Only)

ARMY NAVY USAF USMC

	Male	Female	Male	Female	Male	Female	Male	Female
Basic	370.80	432.00	316.80	316.80	266.40	298.80	424.80	439.20
Standard	530.42	618.56	453.60	453.60	381.60	428.40	608.40	626.40
Special	0	0	662.40	518.40	0	0	0	0

Resource

2010 Military Pay Table (DFAS)

Navy Announces Two New Working Uniforms (Type II and Type III)

2010-01-07T23:28:00Z

On 8 Jan 2010 the Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs announced that two new Navy Working Uniforms would be available to the fleet in FY11.

NAVADMIN 374/09 announced the new NWU Type II and III uniforms. Both NWU Types are considered organizational clothing to be provided to Sailors by authorized commands.

Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type II (Desert Digital Camouflage)

To be worn by special warfare personnel and Sailors in support during deployment and pre-deployment training. The NWU Type II is a four color camouflage uniform with anchor, Constitution and eagle (ACE) logo embedded in the print. The branch head within Navy's personnel, plans and policy division, Capt. Vince Drouillard said "Sailors, other than Navy special warfare operators and supporting Sailors, will continue to wear the current tricolor desert camouflage utility uniform in desert environments when issued by authorizing commands."

Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Type III (Woodland Digital Camouflage)

To be worn in non-desert areas and in the U.S.. The NWU Type III is a woodland digital camouflage uniform that has four colors and also has the ACE logo embedded in the print.

Sailors can expect to see the uniforms in the fleet in late 2011 with priority to deploying combat and direct command support units. Both new NWUs will have an matching pattern Gortex jacket.

Resources

NAVADMIN 374/09

Two New Navy Working Uniforms Announced

MARINE CORPS UNIFORM BOARD NO. 211 RESULTS

2009-12-20T18:43:00Z

MARADMIN 704/09 announced the proceedings of Marine Corps Uniform Board No. 211.

The results of the board and CMC decisions are outlined below:

-Marine Officers Sword and accessories remain required Officer uniform items.

-CMC approved the wear of certified white synthetic undershirts with Marine Corps Service and Dress Uniforms.

-CMC approved the wear of Marine Corps Combat Utility Uniform garrison and field covers with flight suits. (Woodland MARPAT with green flight suit, Desert MARPAT with Tan flight suit) at the COs discretion. The green service Garrison Cover remains approved for wear with Marine Corps flight suits.

-Effective immediately Marines are prohibited from wearing Extreme Cold Weather System (ECWS Gen I and II) items as civilian attire. Marines are also prohibited from wearing All Purpose Environmental Clothing System (APECS), Combat Desert Jacket (CDJ) and MCCUU Covers with civilian attire.

-CMC approved an MCCUU allowance for Marine Instructors assigned to Army Ranger School, Fort Benning. A change to the MCCUU allowance for MCIC instructors at SOI was also approved.

The provides an overview. Marines should refer to MARADMIN 704/09 for detailed information.

USMC Deployment Bag Update

2009-12-12T19:09:00Z

Fielding began in Oct 2009 of a new USMC Deployment Bag to deploying Marines. Marines will be issued the deployment bag at the STAP. Upon return from deployment, the Deployment Bag will be returned to the STAP.

60,000 Deployment Bags will be issued:

I MEF - 12,000
II MEF - 12,000
III MEF-Okinawa-4,000
III MEF-KBay-2,000
Barstow Storage Depot-30,000

The deployment bag is intended to replace one of the two seabags that Marines currently deploy with. It enhances the Marines ability carry and transport personal protective equipment.

The USMC Deployment bag can be transported using its wheels, on the shoulders using shoulder straps, or it can be used as a footlocker.

USMC Deployment Bag fact sheet

Air Force Tattoo Policy

2009-12-07T23:53:00Z

Senior Air Force officials are concerned that the Air Force tattoo policy is being inconsistently enforced throughout the Air Force. The Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower and Personnel said "Our focus is to ensure our Airmen uphold a professional military image no matter the environment; whether at their home-base, Basic Military Training, or in a joint deployed environment."

Air Force Tattoo Policy has remained unchanged since 1998 and can be found in
Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance. It states that "Excessive tattoos and brands will not be exposed or visible while in uniform."

Any tattoo that exceeds one-quarter of the exposed body part and those above the collarbone when wearing an open collar uniform is considered excessive by Air Force standards.

Inconsistent application of the Air Force tattoo screening process has been found at Basic Training. 80 out of 6,000 trainees were found not to be in compliance with Air Force tattoo policy standards.

Air Force Instruction 36-2903 contains more information about the Air Force Tattoo Policy.

Air Force PTU Guidance

2009-10-31T18:59:00Z

Air Force PTU guidance was published by Air Force A-1 this month. The new guidance replaces previous guidance in Air Force Instruction 36-2903.

According to the message items making up the Air Force PTU are now considered Air Force Uniform items and strict attention will be given to every PTU item just as with ABU or Air Force Dress Uniform items.

The Air Force PTU is mandatory during organized PT and during the Air Force physical fitness assessment.

Message Highlights are:

Air Force PTU/IPTU during personal PT
-During limited visibility, reflective belts/armbands required wearing the optional running shorts.
-Conservative footwear worn.
-White socks worn.
-Air Force PTU jacket zipped halfway between waist and collar.
-Air Force PTU running pants waistband to rest within 2 inches of the natural waistline. Both pant legs zipped to within 1 inch of the bottom.
-Air Force PTU shorts and running shorts will rest within 2 inches of the natural waistline.
-Short Sleeve Air Force PTU shirt will be tucked into shorts/running pants as all times. Sleeves are not to be removed or cut.
-Long Sleeve PTU shirt (Same as above).
-Only black or dark blue spandex may be worn under the PTU and IPTU.
-Headgear may be authorized by Commanders, but will consist only of either a solid black or dark blue ball cap with the Air Force symbol or logos. Headgear will be worn outdoors only.
-Bandannas are not authorized unless permitted by medical waiver.
-PTU cold weather accessories my be worn outdoors only.
-Knit watch cap will only be solid black, dark blue or sage green only (no logos).
-Gloves will be solid black or dark blue.
-Scarves/earmuffs will be solid black.
-Green or black fleece jacket is not authorized with the PTU/IPTU.
-The IPTU running suit top/bottom may not be mixed with the current PTU running suit.
-The PTU/IPTU shorts lining only may be removed, nether uniform alterations are authorized.
-Headphones are authorized on designated running areas and inside fitness centers, unless prohibited by commanders.
-Air Force personal grooming and appearance standards apply during Air Force physical fitness activities. (One exception is long female hair will be secured but may have loose ends)
-Proper military customs and courtesies apply. Saluting due to rank is not required.

Few exceptions to the Air Force PTU/IPTU policy are at the discretion of commanders. Temporary adjustments may also be made for safety concerns or when deployed.

For more information Airmen should refer to the Air Force Public Affairs article
Air Force Releases Guidance for wear of PTU.

Airmen, what do you think of the new PTU/IPTU policy?

ABU Fleece Jacket Wear Policy Released

2009-10-17T16:29:00Z

ABU Fleece Jacket wear policy released by Air Force Officials

Air Force photo

AF public affairs reports that a 9 Oct, 2009 message was released by the 98th Air Force Virtual Uniform Board outlining Air Force Policy for wear of the ABU Fleece Jacket as an outer garment for the ABU uniform. The Sage Green ABU Fleece may only be worn over the ABU top and isn't authorized to be worn solely over undergarments.

Items authorized for wear with the ABU Fleece include: Black/sage green leather, suede or knit gloves, black/sage green watch caps, black scarves and black ear muffs.

The ABU Fleece Jacket requires:

Velcro ABU last name tape, centered between the zipper and sleeve seam on the right
Velcro ABU U.S. Air Force tape, next to the name tape centered between the zipper and sleeve seam on the left
Velcro subdued rank, flushed and centered above the last name tape
ABU Fleece must remain zipped no lower than halfway between name tape and collar
ABU Fleece collar must be folded when the zipper is not completely zipped
Bottom of the ABU Fleece jacket must be as close to the length of the ABU jacket as possible
ABU Fleece jacket sleeves must be worn down at all times
ABU Fleece must be kept neat, serviceable and professional at all times

Sage green fleece is authorized for wear without name tapes and rank insignia as a outer garment until 1 Oct, 2010 by the uniform board. Black Fleece jackets will be phased out 1 Oct, 2010. Black or Green Fleece Jackets may be worn as a APECS liner.

Airmen, find more information on the ABU Fleece wear policy.

New Deployment Bag for Marines

2009-10-17T14:14:00Z

New USMC Deployment Bag -

The Marine Corps has adopted a new seabag called the FOR 65 Deployer. The Bag, to be used by deploying Marines, is a combination footlocker, seabag and rolling suitcase.

Made by Force Protector Gear, the loadout bag weighs 10 lbs and has a 6,000 cubic inch capacity making it ideal for Marines moving into and out of the AOR. The deployment bag has detachable shoulder staps so it can be used as a backpack as necessary by Marines.

This new deployment bag should be a welcome addition for any Marine who has done the seabag drag into the AOR.

Marines, check out the FOR 65 Deployer and let us know what you think!

ABU Wear Policy Update BDU Gore-Tex and Field Jacket Authorized for wear with ABUs

2009-10-10T01:23:00Z

ABU Wear Policy Update

The Air Force has authorized BDU Goretex Jackets and BDU field jackets to be worn with the ABU Uniform. The ABU wear policy decison was made due to greater demand for cold weather gear than the current supply of ABU coats.

A 2008 Air Force Message gave commanders the authority to authorize wear of "BDU Gore-tex and BDU field jackets with the ABU Uniform when other approved cold weather options were unavailable or unserviceable."

To ensure Airmen are equipped for adverse weather, the ABU/BDU "mix and match" policy has been extended until 1 May, 2010.

Airmen find more informaton on the ABU "Mix and Match" Wear Policy.

Improved ABU (IABU) on the way in 2010

2009-09-27T14:26:00Z

The Air Force has announced that an Improved ABU (IABU) top is under development and should be ready for issue or purchase in late 2010. Airman have complained that the current combat ABU is too heavy and hot.

800 Airman participated in IABU lab and field testing. Testing is now complete and the new IABU is made of lighter material and is a 50/50 mix of cotton/nylon the ABU program office said. The Air Force will submit the new IABU material to the Defense Procurement Agency which will then award contracts for production.

ABU pants will not be replaced due to durability issues. The new IABU will be slightly re-designed and is without front inside pockets to reduce weight and heat.

The new IABU top will replace the current combat ABU top through attrition. Airmen can continue wearing the current ABU top as the new IABU top is phased in.

Airman can read more about the Improved ABU in the Air Force Times.

2010 Military Clothing Allowance

2009-09-26T23:42:00Z

UPDATE

Click 2010 Military Clothing Replacement Allowance (Enlisted Members) for the 2010 Rates.

2010 Military Clothing Allowance rates have not been officially published by DFAS. As soon as they are available we'll post the rates for all the services.

Military personnel interested 2009 clothing allowances can find them in the
DFAS 2009 military pay and allowance chart or general pay and allowance info at DFAS Military Pay.

More information to follow.