User Panel
Well I have 5 years sea time and seen several man overboards and a helo crash. We recovered the pilot and copilot but the air crew for the new SH60Bs were not recovered. Also I have been in combat and we account for our Marines. First time in Iraq my Battalion lost 18. Second time we lost 13 and we have recovered all of our dead. We were wearing desert cammies. The Ocean is a different animal all together. Max |
||
|
What we called trop. whites was a short sleeved button front shirt and the white BB trousers. |
|||
|
I'd tell you how we did it right in the Air Force, but it's probably too complicated. |
||
|
Those are actually summer whites or summer working whites. |
||||
|
How complicated is "pay the valet to do it"? |
|||
|
|
|
|
|
Were the MOBs during a special evolution when the crew was wearing flotation. That makes a much bigger difference than your uniform during a MOB since 90+% of the uniform is under water. Re: the helo crash. This uniform won't be worn by flight crews. Passengers, if there were any on a Bravo, would be wearing flotation and reflective headgear. Sorry you apparently didn't get my point on the desert cammies. We tend to account for a ship's crew pretty well too. |
|
|
I don't think lame really says it all for that.
That color/pattern's been around for a while... why are they all of a sudden jumping on it now? WTF does the NAVY need WOODLAND camo for anyway? If they called it Jersey Shore Camo I'd buy off on the name... it matches the color of the water and beaches there... ;) |
|
Oh, I don't know maybe: SeaBees SEALS SWCC EOD Master-at-arms, ie Base Police/Security Riverine forces Corpsmen who don't wish to maintain both a Navy and USMC seabag Divers etc. |
|
|
Wow, that figures. The E-7 and above don't like, yet THEY get to wear fairly cool looking uniforms. Give the poor sqiuds some decent uniforms. |
||
|
I don't grasp much of the above...but those service dress khakis were the schnizzle! What's with the khaki blouse and black trou...??? Pics? |
|
|
Like I said, I don't like the pattern, I think plain blue or gray would have worked better. In fact, I'd rather the Navy just went to flight suits for all. However, if this gets my foot in the door to the coolest Navy Uniform ever, ie Service Dress Khaki, then I'll look like a Yemeni security guard. |
|
|
Well between '64-'71 they were called tropical white uniform vs. the dress white uniform. The is was for 1st class and below. Then I had the dragons on the inside of my dress blue cuffs and would roll them out on liberty. Back then they had 2 different blue trousers the 13 button flap and the ones with a zipper fly for our undress blues. |
|||||
|
Blue ACU-type pattern, less pockets, and with the rank moved... But... I find it rather absurd that the USN/USAF has to come up with (slimlar-ish) blue-digipat uniforms for non-forward-deployed troops... For all the things I didn't like about BDUs, the whole MARPAT/ACU/NAVPAT/AFPAT thing is a bit absurd... I like my ACUs, but from a practicality/cost perspective it would be nice to have 2-at-most-uniforms (eg a 'camo pattern' for forward deployed forces, and a 'utility uniform' (OD Green? Khaki?) for non-forward-deploying personell (eg AF/USN)).... |
||
|
As well they should! |
|||||
|
LINK The one on the right. The one on the left looked too much like the dungarees, so the kids didn't like them. The new service uniform will use collar devices not patches on the arm. |
|
|
They resemble navy personell quite accurately. I grew up in a navy town. YMMV |
||
|
In the '60s they all wore the same ultillities as the MC with a different iron-on on the pocket except for base police/ security which wore a sky blue shirt/ navy blue trousers like a civy police uniform. And the gates were manned by Marines. |
||
|
BTW Navy is capitalized. |
|||
|
I KNEW IT I KNEW IT. YOU ARE A WANNABE. Lots of places to stash the donuts in a flight suit. |
|
|
The news story I read also mentioned a "loose fitting Black 'Ike'-type short jacket to go with the Black trousers and Tan shirt.
***** The reason they wated a cammo pattern instead of a solid grey or blue was so that it could hide stains. ***** Do the Woodland and Desert versions exist yet? Pics? They could be a better bet for us civs to get...prolly much more available than MARPAT. |
|
They just make sense. Easy in. They're Nomex. And, like the brown shoe thing a couple of years ago, it would piss off the flyboys. What's not to like? |
||
|
I still think it's a bad idea for every service to have it's own pet set of cammies. Used to be you could tell fairly accurately who was who given uniform and gear. Now it's a freaking mish-mash. Who do I shoot?
|
|
Is like the army, tie-dyed in blue! Is like the MARPAT, tie-yed in blue How about using coveralls underway and something else on shore (field v. parade/garrison type)... There has to be something better |
|
|
Actually I don't think it would piss us off. If everybody wore flight suits we would never have to wear a real uniform like we do now. I have been saying for a couple years that the flight suit is the one joint uniform that we have so we should all wear it. |
|||
|
We rolled them correctly in The Army. If it gets hot enough, the USAF just switches to Hawaiin shirts and shorts. |
|||
|
They should go with just a basic grey BDU, no camo pattern just one solid grey and so should the Air Force.
|
|
As a history guy, I still really like the WW2 type uniforms. With these the RN looks more like, well, a Navy then our guys.
I don't get the whole "everybody must wear cool looking camo" thing recently, especially in the Navy and USAF. The post above me makes a good point if they're worried about paint or something. I dunno, I see this camo and my first thought is "We wish we were Marines." |
|
|
This, of course will absolutly throw the Navy's " security" experts in a tizzy. I mean, how can we possibly keep terrorists away if a sailor is not on watch in their service dress blues/white uniform? ( no "gasp" gun of course) and if they ~must~ have a gun, it must be unloaded.
|
|
|
My guess is you haven't been around the Navy in the last 5 or so years. |
|
|
You couldn't make this stuff up! Reflecting a military presence; the classic sense of style and gracious hospitality, The Courses at Andrews Air Force Base carries an air of true timeless elegance. High-end amenities, exceptional facilities and an unforgettable golf experience are the standard at this military resort. The envy of many golf courses, The Courses at Andrews Air Force Base boasts three 18 hole championship courses that are created from an extraordinary design and provides an enjoyable challenge for golfers at all skill levels. Our distinguishing attribute extends beyond just the three golf courses. It's reflected in everything we have to offer at The Courses at Andrews Air Force Base, including our professional tournament operations, food and beverage signature outlets, the only military resort resale golf shop, our complimentary practice facilities, and our state-of-the-art fitness center. Moreover, we are committed to making The Courses at Andrews Air Force Base a place of warmth, hospitality, and operational efficiency. To us, that means prompt, courteous service, and genuine responsiveness to your needs. We hope you enjoy your experience at The Courses at Andrews Air Force Base and will use the facilities often. Remember, The Courses at Andrews Air Force Base...."where we have accomplished something very special." www.aafbgc.com/ |
||
|
No reason at all to replace the coveralls....easy to get on for GQ, easily to maintain. The new uniforms are just moronic.
The decision to get rid of Summer Whites and Working Blues is overdue, but the right decision would have been to bring back the "salt and pepper" uniform for shore duty assignments. Could have just removed the requirement for rate insignia on the sleeve and go with collar devices. Also the decision to delete tropical uniforms was a mistake. Anyone who has served on Diego Garcia can attest to that. BTW, the CNO was looking into bringing back Dress Khaki....in 1992. I was part of the survey team. Don't get your hopes up. |
|
|
||
|
It's not just the Air Force. All branches of the US military are deeply enamored with golf. I've seen sergeants in long drive contests with general officers, CWOs paying cash bets to 2LTs. Unfortunately, only the Air Force can keep up the best courses. When I was in Germany, one of the ADA/Artillery posts in southern Germany had a deal with the local farmers. The farmers took Army property and put in a rough course (9 holes) while the US Army covered the clubhouse and bar. This worked so well that, while other communities were demanding the removal of US troops (late 1991), this community was building local housing to bring in more soldiers and their families. It wasn't a great course, but it was the only game in town. |
|||
|
Coveralls are not going away, just utilities and wash khakis. I have a feeling Midnight Mike will bring back the SDKs. There has been a huge grass roots movement. |
|
|
The only problem with coveralls is when you have to take a dump. Nothing was worse than seeing someone's coveralls laying on the deck around their ankles inside of the shitter the day after there had been half a foot of CHT covering the deck. I think its been a waste of money to study these uniforms, the Navy should have gone with the same stuff the USAF and USA wear. Ditching the Johnny Cash / Waffen SS uniforms was a bad idea, however, if it gets rid if the cunt cap / piss-cutter I am all for it. It's about time the Ice Cream man uniform went away. Bring back command ball-caps!!! |
|
|
"My guess is you haven't been around the Navy in the last 5 or so years."
yes that is almost correct 6 actually and the time before that?? well I have no hair on the top of my head, and it could'nt have ~possibly~ been from pulling it out in frustration I'm glad they are finaly getting away from the prison uniform. waffen SS uniforms were hot, Ice cream uniforms were just plain dorky. I liked the service dress uniforms. But polyester should have been left in the seventies. |
|
No, no, no......To make an Air Force member truly blend into the background, the camouflage needs to have pencils, coffee cups, and mouse pads on it. Maybe some powdered sugar stains from the donuts..... |
|
|
And more expensive too...so much for the economy of scale possible with a universal service uniform. But we are picking up the tab, so why should they worry? |
|
|
Uniform costs are minimal when compared to weapons systems and ammunition. Commonality on the M1-series tank was a big success. Commonality on artillery and artillery munitions completely eclipses any uniform issues. I think giving soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines a distinctive personal appearance is fine and worth the cost. |
||
|
Good point! |
|||
|
OK...why are these guys wearing the burkas and gloves? |
|||||
|
They're flash hoods. |
|
|
WTH does that mean? |
||
|
Protection from a sudden contact with flames though not from sustained contact or sustained heat. For the effect of flash, think Michael Jackson Pepsi commercial from the '80s - if you are old enough to remember. |
|||
|
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.