U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Comprehensive Presentation on the Proper Wear of the Uniform.

ODU Tucked and UntuckedJump Suit/ Flight Suit

Personnel Department, Uniform DivisionU.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Revised on 2013

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Source:

• Auxiliary Manual

COMDTINST M16790.1F(series), Chapter 10

Coast Guard Auxiliary Uniform Procurement Guide, latest edition always found at:

http://www.auxpdept.org/uniform.htm

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Uniform Standards• Wear the uniform with Pride, as a representative of the United

States Coast Guard, Reserve, Auxiliary and the Civilian counterparts.

• Elected officers should set the example.• ALL members of the Auxiliary should be cognizant of member’s

uniform integrity.

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Auxiliary Unique Items (Section E. AUX Manual)

• E.3. Auxiliary Jump SuitAuxiliarists may wear a Jump suit on patrols and while conducting VSCs. Jump

suits will be worn on patrols only if worn by all crew members.

The Jump suit is dark blue, long- or short-sleeved, with or without belt loops. If

with belt loops, the uniform belt and buckle shall be worn. No sewn-in belts (self

belts) are authorized. The Jump suit may be purchased from commercial sources.

• E.3.a. Auxiliary PatchAn Auxiliary patch, 2¼ by 3¼ inches, is worn on the left breast pocket. The Auxiliary patch will be a sew-on with white

or black background. Auxiliarists may wear a U.S. flag patch, about 2 by 3½ inches, on the upper part of the left sleeve ½ inch below the shoulder seam. Both patches may be purchased from the AUXCEN.

• E.3.b. Name Tag A name tag is worn on the right breast and is either the regular pin-on type, Velcro style or sew-on name tag. When

using the sew-on name tag, the sew-on “USCG AUXILIARY” tag must be on the left breast.

• E.3.c. Insignia or Collar DevicesMiniature office insignia or member collar devices are authorized to be worn. Cloth embroidered collar devices may be

worn.

• E.3.d. Shoes Blue, white or brown boating shoes or all black, low top athletic shoes with black socks are worn.

E.3.e. Caps The blue unit baseball or blue working utility caps, and windbreakers are authorized.

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USCG Auxiliary Flight Suit• Cover:

Garrison Cap (preferred)

Baseball Cap Protective Gear

• Footwear: As specified by CO

• Undershirt crewneck: Navy Blue or White

As specified by CO

• Outerwear: As specified by CO

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Sage green it’s the only Authorized color

Operational Dress Uniform (ODU)

HatBootsBeltT-shirtCoatTrouserAccessories

New Untucked ODU Current Tucked ODU

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Tucked and Ontucked ODU• Coast Guard blue ODU top- cuffs properly rolled or

down only w/blue crew neck T-Shirt• ODU Trousers bloused with boots, tucked inside the

boots(ALCOAST 427/07) or straight with deck shoes• Black web belt with black open-face buckle• Worn with black socks, AND:

High-top black lace up boot OR Dark Brown leather, moccasin-type with non-marking

sole and brass eyelets Black dress lace oxford with plain toe

• Cloth name, USCG Auxiliary & office insignia• Outerwear: all-weather or foul-weather parka or

USCG authorized work jacket ONLY

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ODU Top- Tucked and Untucked ODU Top- Tucked and Untucked ODU ODU

Worn with sleeves neatly rolled up Worn with sleeves neatly rolled up accordion style or down.accordion style or down.

Cloth tapes are centered over the pockets Cloth tapes are centered over the pockets as shown with the width of the tape as shown with the width of the tape running the width of the pocket flap. The running the width of the pocket flap. The member’s last name goes over the right member’s last name goes over the right pocket and USCG Auxiliary over the left. pocket and USCG Auxiliary over the left. VelcroVelcro tapes are optional. Direct tapes are optional. Direct embroidery and plastic name tags are embroidery and plastic name tags are prohibitedprohibited

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ODU Top- Tucked & Untucked (continued)

Cloth tapes will consist of Cloth tapes will consist of background color background color matching ODU material matching ODU material with white block letters with white block letters between ½” to ¾” high. between ½” to ¾” high. Only member’s last name Only member’s last name is permitted. Tapes will is permitted. Tapes will be of the same size and be of the same size and shall be sewn on with shall be sewn on with matching blue thread at six matching blue thread at six (6) stitches per inch (6) stitches per inch

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AuxOp Device on ODU Top- Tucked & Untucked (continued)

• Officer and MemberOfficer and Member::

• An embroidered miniature An embroidered miniature AuxOP device is authorized AuxOP device is authorized The device is to be The device is to be centered directly above centered directly above name tapename tape

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Collar Insignia on ODU Top- Tucked & Untucked

• Both Officer and MemberBoth Officer and Member::

• Sew-on cloth devices are standard and Sew-on cloth devices are standard and metal collar devices are no longer metal collar devices are no longer authorized. Both are to be centered on authorized. Both are to be centered on the collar along an imaginary line the collar along an imaginary line bisecting the angle of the collar pointbisecting the angle of the collar point

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Qualification Insignia ODU Top- Tucked & Untucked (continued)

Officer and MemberOfficer and Member::

Only the current or most recent Only the current or most recent embroideredembroidered qualification insignia is to be worn on the qualification insignia is to be worn on the ODU. It is sewn centered, directly above the ODU. It is sewn centered, directly above the USCG Auxiliary tape. Thread will match the USCG Auxiliary tape. Thread will match the insignia background color and shall be a insignia background color and shall be a minimum of six stitches per inch. Direct minimum of six stitches per inch. Direct embroidery is not authorized.embroidery is not authorized.

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T-Shirt- Tucked & Untucked ODU

Coast Guard blue, short Coast Guard blue, short sleeve crew necksleeve crew neck

NOTE: after 15 July 07, no metal collar devices are allowedOn the ODU for Auxiliarists. 13

ODU Sleeves- Tucked & Untucked

Sleeves may be worn down with cuffs buttoned (or) Sleeves may be worn down with cuffs buttoned (or) with sleeves neatly rolled. with sleeves neatly rolled.

When properly rolled, the When properly rolled, the cuffcuff should be should be approximately 2” above the elbow (mid-bicep) approximately 2” above the elbow (mid-bicep) with only the with only the cuffcuff visible . visible .

To properly roll the sleeves takes some patience To properly roll the sleeves takes some patience and a little practice, but once mastered can be and a little practice, but once mastered can be achieved without difficulty. Depending on an achieved without difficulty. Depending on an individual’s size and sleeve length some sleeves individual’s size and sleeve length some sleeves may be rolled with one fold while others will may be rolled with one fold while others will take two.take two.

Also watch this movie on how to roll the Also watch this movie on how to roll the Sleeves Sleeves http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cg1/udc/docs/ODU_Video.mpeg

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ODU Sleeves- Tucked & Untucked (continued)

1.1. Fully extend and flatten the sleeve on Fully extend and flatten the sleeve on a level surface.a level surface.

2.2. Starting at the cuff turn sleeve inside Starting at the cuff turn sleeve inside out to armpit as shown. Take care to out to armpit as shown. Take care to flatten the sleeve to remove any flatten the sleeve to remove any irregular folds or creases.irregular folds or creases.

3.3. To form the fold, roll the sleeve in half To form the fold, roll the sleeve in half again to form two equal segments the again to form two equal segments the width of the “cuff”.width of the “cuff”.

(continued on next slide)(continued on next slide)

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ODU Sleeves- Tucked & Untucked (completed)

4.4. Next, turn the cuff down over Next, turn the cuff down over the foldthe fold(Pinching the outer edge of the (Pinching the outer edge of the sleeve to begin the fold will help sleeve to begin the fold will help to keep the fabric from slipping).to keep the fabric from slipping).

5.5. Once in place, take care to Once in place, take care to flatten the sleeve to remove any flatten the sleeve to remove any irregular folds or creases. When irregular folds or creases. When properly done, only the cuff properly done, only the cuff should be visible.should be visible.

6.6. To remove the roll, simply pull To remove the roll, simply pull the lower edge of the cuff the lower edge of the cuff downward toward the wrist.downward toward the wrist.

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Belt / Buckle- Tucked ODUBelt / Buckle- Tucked ODU

2” – 2” – 4”4”

Belt - Black webbing with black metal tip* Belt - Black webbing with black metal tip*

Buckle - Black subdued, open-framedBuckle - Black subdued, open-framed

The ODU belt & buckle are The ODU belt & buckle are to be worn by both men and to be worn by both men and women in the same manner as women in the same manner as the men’s standard CG belt. the men’s standard CG belt. The metal tip is run through The metal tip is run through the belt loops beginning on the belt loops beginning on the left side of the zipper. the left side of the zipper. Once fastened, the metal tip Once fastened, the metal tip will extend from 2” to 4” will extend from 2” to 4” beyond the buckle.beyond the buckle.

*Riggers Belt Authorized for tucked ODU and mandatory for the untucked ODU 17

Belt/Buckle- Tucked ODU (continued)

The right side of the The right side of the buckle (as viewed by buckle (as viewed by wearer) shall be aligned wearer) shall be aligned with the right side of the with the right side of the shirt opening and the shirt opening and the right side of the zipper right side of the zipper to form a straight line as to form a straight line as shown (both men and shown (both men and women).women). Dotted lines indicate alignment Dotted lines indicate alignment

of ODU top, buckle, and trousers of ODU top, buckle, and trousers (gig line).(gig line).

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ODU Footwear

8” – 10” plain black, safety boots*8” – 10” plain black, safety boots*Boots shall be well Boots shall be well blackened and in good blackened and in good condition.condition.

Boots may be all Boots may be all leather or a leather or a combination of combination of synthetic and leather synthetic and leather as shownas shown

Must be shined if Must be shined if worn in an office worn in an office environmentenvironment

* Safety boots must have a safety * Safety boots must have a safety toe that conforms with ANSI toe that conforms with ANSI standards Z41-1999standards Z41-1999 19

ODU Trousers Bloused atop BootsODU Trousers Bloused atop Boots

Attach the “band” around the Attach the “band” around the top of the boot. Pull the top of the boot. Pull the trouser cuff over the band and trouser cuff over the band and roll the cuff inward, roll the cuff inward, underneathunderneath the band. Once the band. Once the cuff is in place, position the cuff is in place, position the band just above the second the band just above the second eyelet of the boot. Blousing eyelet of the boot. Blousing bands and socks should not be bands and socks should not be visible.visible.

Cord style (shown) and Cord style (shown) and VelcroVelcro bands are bands are authorized (dark colors). authorized (dark colors).

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The Untucked ODU

The new Untucked ODU fabric is made of a 50/50 Nylon and Cotton blend.The Uniform also has added enhancements that include:•Featuring proprietary StainSmart® technology, Coast Guard Operational Dress Uniform is the ideal solution for the demanding conditions of maritime life for the members of the US Coast Guard. The built-in fabric technology is designed to aid in getting out transmission fluid, motor oils, grease stains and other damaging substances in shipboard laundries, as well as resist fading so it stays looking and performing better, longer. •Wrinkle Resistance to be more "wash and wear."

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Untucked ODU- All Sides

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Manner of Wear- Untucked ODU• THE ODU IS NOT A LIBERTY UNIFORM AND IS NOT TO

BE WORN AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR COVERALLS. • WEAR WHILE TRAVELING TDY IN GOVERNMENT

VEHICLES, VESSELS, AIRCRAFT, ON ORDERS IN A COMMERCIAL CONVEYANCE, OR WHILE TRAVELING ON ORDERS

• WEAR WHILE COMMUTING, TO INCLUDE MASS TRANSIT, DURING INFORMAL OFF- BASE LUNCHES, VISITS TO DOD FACILITIES, OR FOR SHORT STOPS IN CONVENIENCE OR RETAIL STORES.

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Manner of Wear- Untucked ODU (continued)

• WEAR WHILE IN AN EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AT OTHER DOD AGENCIES (AS DIRECTED BY THE COMMANDING OFFICER).

• THE UNTUCKED ODU SHIRT WILL ONLY BE TUCKED IN WHEN CONDUCTING ACTIVITIES THAT REQUIRE WEAR OF THE LAW ENFORCEMENT BELT. IN NO OTHER INSTANCE IS TUCKING OF THE UNTUCKED ODU SHIRT AUTHORIZED.

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Manner of Wear- Untucked ODU (continued)

• THE ODU SHIRT IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE UNIFORM. IT MAY ONLY BE REMOVED TEMPORARILY, AT COMMANDING OFFICERS DISCRETION, WHEN WORKING IN EXCESSIVELY HOT CONDITIONS AND OUT OF THE PUBLIC EYE.

• THE ODU IS AUTHORIZED FOR OFFICE WEAR AT THE COMMANDING OFFICERS DISCRETION.

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T Shirt (continued)• The improved Coast

Guard T-shirt is made of pre-shrunk 100% cotton, with an 3/4 inch embroidered U.S. COAST GUARD on the wearers left. The new T-shirt also maintains a better color fastness then the current blue

Short periods in hot weather only asAuthorized by the Commanding Officer

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New ODU Top- Untucked ODU• The Coast Guard

Shield will be embroidered on the wearer's right shirt pocket and the two cargo pockets on the trousers.

• The Coast Guard has included the shield to identify an official CG ODU, along with showing the wearer's pride in the Coast Guard and the uniform.

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Pen and Pencil Pocket- Untucked ODU• The hidden Pencil

& Pen Pocket allows you to always keep a writing tool handy without the unprofessional look of a pen protruding from a pocket.

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Button Pockets- Untucked ODU

• The trousers have been redesigned with button pockets, thus eliminating the hook and loop fasteners.

• This feature has been one of the most requested changes from the fleet

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Cargo Pockets- Untucked ODU• New to the

Untucked ODU is an elasticized cargo pocket. No longer will your cargo pocket hang loose, with the heavy-duty elastic along with a button fastener, the pocket stays close to the pants.

Items in cargo pockets mustNot detract from a sharp, militaryAppearance. 30

Enhanced Trouser Hem- Untucked ODU• The trouser hem

has been enhanced with two pre-sewn eyelets. This allows the wearer an option to insert a lace, or thread the blousing straps for a more professional look when blousing.

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Coast Guard Rigger’s Belt• This belt is a 1 3/4" black nylon

belt. When work, the bitter end shall extend 2-4 inches past the belt buckle on the wearers left. (This will require the belt be passed through the belt loops from the right, the opposite of other men's belts.) The basic riggers belt comes in one length and needs to be cut to size. To determine the correct belt length, lace the belt through and over the belt bar. Finally pull to secure. Next, mark the belt so that no more than 4 inches extend past the buckle. Make a straight cut along this mark. Singe the end to avoid unraveling. *Riggers Belt Authorized for tucked

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Untucked ODU

• The new Untucked ODU fabric is made of a 50/50 Nylon and Cotton blend.

• The Uniform also has added enhancements that include:

• The built-in fabric technology is designed to aid in getting out transmission fluid, motor oils, grease stains and other damaging substances in shipboard laundries.

• Resists fading so it stays looking and performing better, longer.

• Wrinkle Resistance to be more "wash and wear."

• Must be worn as a “set”- mixing of tucked/untuck components is NOT authorized

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Hot Weather Boat Crew Outfit

• Authorized by FC• Hemmed ODU shorts with CG Auxiliary blue T-shirt.• Dark brown or white deck shoes with calf-length

white crew socks or as directed by elected officer.• Blue baseball cap (as for ODU) • OR Auxiliary Sun Hat (Tilley Hat)

NO insignia is authorized Available from District Materials Store only

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Hats/Caps

• Watch Cap (cold weather only)• Approved Navy bell shaped, rib

knit pullover style design• commercial equivalent of knitted

navy blue yarn OK • No insignia are worn on this cap.

USCG Unit Cap (not for use in public activities)

Work with the Garrison Cap Device on a CG Station ONLY.

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HATS /CAPS• Standard USCGAUX Ball Cap

• Silver letters, w/ USCG AUX• Member device or miniature office device

• The standard Auxiliary ball cap worn by Auxiliarists shall conform to the provisions of ALCOAST 291/11 that deal with material, circumstances for wear, and general appearance.

• Oak leaves and acorns (aka, scrambled eggs) will no longer be authorized for wear on any ball cap worn by Auxiliarists as of December 31, 2012

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Socks

• Socks can be knee Socks can be knee length or mid calf but length or mid calf but any portion above the any portion above the boot must be black in boot must be black in color. color.

• With trousers With trousers properly fitted and properly fitted and bloused, socks will bloused, socks will not be visible.not be visible.

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Working Shoes/Boots•Black, high-topped boots

•Preferably safety boots•Example: USCG Super-Boot II

•Dark Brown deck shoes for boating activities•(prior authorization required)

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Where to Buy Uniforms

• Uniform Distribution Center (UDC), NJ - 609-861-1221 or 800-874-6841

• Military exchanges, i.e.. Coast Guard Island Alameda, ISC Seattle (Pier 36).

• Check with FSO-PS for uniform details• Check with FSO-MA for ordering accessories

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Other Uniform Resource Information

• 2007 Uniform Procurement Guide found at http://www.auxpdept.org/pdf/Uniform%20Procurement%20Guide%204-07.pdf

• This same guide can be obtained on CDROM from the Supply Center as ANSC#7053. Check with your FSO-MA.

• It contains extensive information on the various authorized uniforms, grooming tips, and detailed information from suppliers

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Any Questions for me?

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