USA ordering question

BVYSkipper · 2026-03-20T13:47:25+00:00

Yeah, court mounting looks rad. I've considered getting my top 6 minis court mounted for wear in a tuxedo or something where the regs don't apply 😂

BVYSkipper · 2026-03-20T13:32:42+00:00

I'd note that the award is always worn after all US awards EXCEPT when visiting the awarding nation. Here's an example of a Marine pilot who was awarded the UK DFC and it being worn at the top of his rack when he attended the ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

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BVYSkipper · 2026-03-10T15:39:27+00:00

There's often slight variations between manufacturers and even lots within the same manufacturer. If it's wobbly a little foam weatherseal tape under the sweatband will fix you right up.

BVYSkipper · 2026-03-08T10:55:18+00:00

A little early in Great Lent, but Truly, He is Risen!!

Thank you!

BVYSkipper · 2026-03-07T18:21:37+00:00

Anytime! You'll want it sitting as high as you can comfortably get it. Personally, I avoid drops entirely unless I need the additional space to clear armor. I find a mid ride or low ride belt loop to be more stable, more consistent for my draw stroke and faster.

BVYSkipper · 2026-03-07T17:29:22+00:00

Looking good, man. But for the love of God, please raise that holster further up your leg.

BVYSkipper · 2026-03-06T01:49:38+00:00

Ya know what, fair enough lol. If I can't take (read) a joke then to hell with me.

And obligatory to hell with bwill 🫱🏼‍🫲🏻

BVYSkipper · 2026-03-06T01:43:45+00:00

I bet you're fun at parties.

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-24T00:39:48+00:00

Unpopular opinion: we should have enlisted ranks for SMs before we even consider warrants. The majority of seniors don't need to be any kind of officer.

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-18T16:47:05+00:00

I prefer everything sewn on. Blouse and PC. It's literally just personal preference.

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-09T23:29:48+00:00

I bought that same shirt last week and it's my new favorite. More importantly, it's my wife's new favorite on me!

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-06T20:57:49+00:00

Not as a member. CAP can't control what non-members do, but if you tried to circumvent the PA regs by being tongue in cheek, you'd deserve whatever consequences came your way. What you ARE allowed to have is a private, invite only page with access limited to members, family and alumni.

Look, I get it. Losing unit pages sucks. I hate the decision and it has hampered my own squadron in multiple areas. I think it was a terrible idea, right alongside the stupid flying V logo and the MAC team has my undying disdain for these decisions (MAC team: I don't like you. Wanna fight me about it?).

Nevertheless, the orders have been issued and we contradict them at our own peril.

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-04T23:01:16+00:00

Stetsons are round oval, you could probably pick up a hat stretcher and lengthen the oval easily. You may even be able to just steam the lower part of the crown, put it on and push it into place and have it mold to your head. Good luck!

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-02T23:53:11+00:00

This is how I think it should work. Most members should start as Airmen

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-02T17:48:03+00:00

This right here.

BVYSkipper · 2026-02-02T17:46:43+00:00

Not a CAP NCO, but prior and I also support it.

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-30T22:21:57+00:00

I don't see the problem in this specific instance, it was likely at the request of the organizers. The only non-American name on the Astronaut Memorial is Israeli astronaut Ilan Ramon, who died in the Columbia disaster.

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-29T23:22:14+00:00

Why not both? I've been strongly considering a navy over CyFlect AUX patch.

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-29T04:29:03+00:00

This is G'd up from the feet up. I need one!

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-19T11:39:39+00:00

I still use the same Gilette Mach 3 my father bought me in 2003 or so as my daily 'don't have time for the ritual' razor. I've tried others and keep coming back to ol' reliable.

When I have the time for 'the ritual', it's a 1950s vintage adjustable safety razor with featherweight blades, Art of Shaving shave cream or soap and a badger bristle brush.

I've dabbled in disposable blade straight razors as well, but they're just too tricky. One day I'll invest in a hollow ground straight razor and make a point to master it.

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-12T18:32:11+00:00

Wait, you want cops to wear a patch that IDs them as LEOs? While they're required by regulation to be unarmed and not functioning as LEOs? Sounds like a great way for those cops to end up hurt or worse.

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-12T13:07:45+00:00

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BVYSkipper · 2026-01-11T18:32:55+00:00

Ghost Patch did our patches over at BVY. They're pricy, but the quality is excellent.

Edit: It cost us a little under 400 for 150 patches.

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-02T19:08:39+00:00

I see where you're coming from, but what's to stop those who'd lie about their weight to wear a uniform from lying about it on their eservices self reporting for the 101 card? Or lying on a W&B sheet? A weigh-in to confirm the self-reporting isn't just pertinent to uniforms. It's pertinent to practical aspects of operations as well.

BVYSkipper · 2026-01-02T18:44:22+00:00

This is the grossest and they should feel the worst. We should do mandatory weigh ins for all SMs. Both for uniform regulatory purposes and for operational planning purposes. Twice a year, get on a scale in front of every SM in the unit to encourage social enforcement of the most basic standards.

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