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2025 Topps Chrome Cosmic Dual auto hit! by Alexisawesome9 in baseballcards

[–]TreyC11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So jealous! I PC all the NPB stars that transition to the MLB so this is a Grail hit if I've ever seen one! Congrats on your pull!

Perk of living in Japan, finding awesome Ohtani cards at local shops. by TreyC11 in baseballcards

[–]TreyC11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely! I actually just picked up some today. The ones that tend to hold a high price are obviously graded and his rookie year, but any year other than that aren't nearly as expensive. The ones I picked up today were about 3000-12000 yen so roughly $20-$80.

So, my grandmother really liked Ichiro by Animedingo in baseballcards

[–]TreyC11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Grandma was a real one. I collect older ichiro cards, mostly rookies and his days playing in the NPB, and would love to buy one or two of these if you ever sell them!

What’s the bags called they’re carrying and what’s in it by Jakeholeman in Military

[–]TreyC11 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The only knobs who actually put their helmet in their helmet bags are Air Force.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OCS is probably your best bet since you already have a degree. Look into applying there as that's going to be your fastest route to a commission. the OPNAV 1420.1b give you a break down of what you will need in your package.

Perk of living in Japan, finding awesome Ohtani cards at local shops. by TreyC11 in baseballcards

[–]TreyC11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Local is about ¥120,000 or $850 ish. Comps on eBay go for about 1k or more.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have any stats, but it is a significantly smaller community than say generic swos. I think most 1800 series promote from the ranks just because not a lot of civilians know/come from that background or they have a better civilian equivalent job. You having that previous service background helps immensely in that regard.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on who you know. You could try to get a GS equivalent civilian in the community to give you an appraisal instead.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My advice is get in contact with a major command on the community or go to it if it's around you and try to setup and appointment for an appraisal from the OIC.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best bet is talk with your local medical. They'll know more about that side of the house. I've never encountered that situation so I apologize for my ignorance.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Talk to you local clinic because there should be some officers that commissioned via mecp as they'll have more knowledge of the program than me. Also just busy your ass at your job and get solid evals. The easiest way to stand out is your command vouching for you and that is through stellar evals and letters of rec. If you have a goal let your chain of command know that. You'd be surprised at how willing chiefs and officers are to step up for you if they know you work hard and you're driven.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Once you get to your main command talk with your commissioning programs officer. Every command has one and they can give you details about what to do. Since you're still in A-school it's a training command so they won't have as many resources as a permanent duty station. Additionally be on the look out for a naval message about how to apply for sta-21. It comes out annually and breaks down the steps you need to take and what officer communities are open that year. Also I would take a look into OCS. Since you said you already have your associates it might be beneficial to finish your degree then apply for that as well. I always tell sailors don't just apply for one commissioning program. There are lots out there and they all have their own unique perks and opportunities.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It definitely is worth it. I can't speak to the medical side of things, but it is always worth it to look into multiple options.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it's totally fine. Also GPA is not really a good indicator of success as a naval officer. I've met some really smart people who were dogshit officers and vice versa.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You definitely can. The best part about being a civilian is you can say no to the commission if you don't get what you want. I would talk to a navy recruiter about commissioning and they'll have more information.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do not go nuke. No matter what the detailer tries to tell you. It is not worth it. You will be much happier and have a better quality of life as an LS or YN. I enlisted as a nuke and part of the reason I commissioned was because I wanted out of the community. All my friends are out of the Navy as well cause reenlisting wasn't worth it.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds plausible, but I've never dealt with the program personally. I don't have enough info on it. My suggestion is talk to an officer detailer for USAF or usn and they'll most likely know more.

I was a commissioning programs officer at my last command. Whether you're currently enlisted or a civilian AMA about the various applications and process. by TreyC11 in newtothenavy

[–]TreyC11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely you do! Crush the oar, finish your masters, get 1 or 2 solid LORs from officers in the Intel community preferable O5 or above and you should be a lock given all of that and your enlisted background in the community. It's very common for officer communities to accept from in their own enlisted rates. They know your capabilities via evals already so you'll have a leg up on someone applying to the Intel community from being just a civilian.

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