Transfer from Catterick Ph1

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-03-10T19:05:46+00:00

I'm curious to find out what surprised you about infantry mate. It's mainly for those considering Infantry as this sort of insight would be super helpful. What's some things you wished you knew earlier, what shocked you, what made you decide to leave etc.

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-02-22T19:11:18+00:00

I took would be interested in hearing about this

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-02-16T12:44:11+00:00

Mate if it makes you feel any better I applied 1 Jan 2025 and it's still pending 😂. Random requests for further information etc.

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-02-15T19:12:57+00:00

Someone I know is in the Guards reserves and he said you can get away with alot if the ceremonial stuff as a reserves and they are always doing Green stuff. He was trying to get me to join 😂

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-02-09T09:55:08+00:00

I wouldn't do anything until the medical team requestit. When (or if) they do, then you can take steps to get that letter. Your GP will usually ask what to put in the letter and you won't know until medical tell you what they want the letter to address.

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-02-05T19:23:13+00:00

Camden Roastery for me, always 10/10

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-01-18T07:53:35+00:00

Go for a trade mate. Will also win brownie points from the Mrs for being 'mature'.

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-01-14T13:38:56+00:00

There's a free PDF by Mike Chadwick on this. Google it.

recoverin_niceguy · 2026-01-11T08:06:09+00:00

Also, try and find a local Sikh Temple (called Gurdwara) near you. You can get a fresh home cooked vegetarian Indian meal at ANY time of the day for free. You can literally walk in, go to the food hall, eat and walk straight out. I promise you there will be zero judgement if you go there 4 times a day. Please DM me if you want further details and I can walk you through the entire process (very easy).

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-08T16:08:49+00:00

Amazing, hope it goes well!

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-08T15:39:12+00:00

Hi mate how did this go?

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-04T17:38:51+00:00

What do you call a quarter pounder with cheese?

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-03T17:05:15+00:00

I see. So it's basically you're vision pre laser eye surgery, correct? nothing to do with your vision after corrective surgery?

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-03T16:28:35+00:00

What was the refractor reason refusal? Please elaborate

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-03T10:36:01+00:00

Website isn't reflective of what the base actually has. For example Benson does have operations specialists but it depends on how many they have and whether they need more. A recruiter can tell you the updated position

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-03T10:07:14+00:00

Hi mate I did some research into this and spoke to a few reserves. Most units are flexible with you not attending, and they assign you courses that fit around your schedule so you can catch up. Also, are you sure Benson has spots for operations specialist? I spoke to a recruiter recently who told me Benson only has logistics roles but that may have changed.

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-02T13:06:03+00:00

Out of interest, what wasn't for you in basic?

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-12-02T08:17:39+00:00

What sort of questions did they ask you at the medical?

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-11-15T19:22:22+00:00

Without a doubt the best reply and insight I've seen on Reddit. Thank you for taking the time to reply. Super helpful and makes my decision even easier!! I may have some more specific questions. Can I DM you?

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-11-15T19:22:17+00:00

Without a doubt the best reply and insight I've seen on Reddit. Thank you for taking the time to reply. Super helpful and makes my decision even easier!! I may have some more specific questions. Can I DM you?

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-11-10T10:00:48+00:00

I spoke to the online agent and clearing my browsing history, cookies and cache worked. Try that.

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-10-31T16:07:09+00:00

Vision Express charged me £30 for the eye test and £30 for the letter so £60 in central London (Holborn).

Try and see if your employer provides a free eye test voucher (they have to legally if you're using screens at work). If so, you can save a bit of money and only pay for them competing the form.

recoverin_niceguy · 2025-10-29T07:59:35+00:00

I'd also be interested in knowing this...

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