CHAPTER 3

AUTHORIZED UNIFORMS AND UNIFORM COMPONENTS

SECTION 1: GENERAL

3101 - Ownership Markings

3101.1 STENCIL. Uniform components of all NSCC cadets shall have ownership markings. Markings shall be a stencil consisting of owner's surname (and last four digits of owner's social security number when there are more than one cadet with the same surname) placed inside the garment as outlined in U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations, Chapter 3, Section 5, unless directed otherwise. Stencil letters shall be approximately 1/2-inch high blocked letters. Markings shall be black on white uniforms, and white on blue uniforms. Blue utility shirts shall be marked in black. Blue working jackets and utility trousers shall be marked in white.

3101.2 SURNAME EMBROIDERED TAPE. Embroidered surnames (over right breast pocket) on utility shirts, blue working jackets and (over right rear pocket) on utility trousers, shall be approximately 1/2 inch blocked letters. Embroidered letters on the coveralls shall be approximately 3/4-inch high blocked letters. Name/breast insignia tape shall match color and fabric as uniform component and shall be the length of the width of the pocket. Blue utility shirts shall be embroidered in black. Blue working jackets and utility trousers shall be embroidered in white. Coveralls shall be embroidered in black.

3101.3 USNSCC EMBROIDERED TAPES. Coveralls and utility uniform are required to have "USNSCC" on a tape worn approximately 1/4 inch, centered side to side, over the wearer's left breast pocket. The length of the embroidered tape, size of lettering and color shall be in accordance with article 3101.2.

3101.4 RESTRICTIONS. All NSCC personnel shall maintain required uniforms and are forbidden to wear other than the authorized uniform or insignia of their respective grade or rating, or to wear decorations, medals, badges, or ribbons in any way other than prescribed or authorized. All NSCC personnel must wear Sea Cadet Shoulder Flashes on their outer garments so they are identifiable as Sea Cadet personnel at all times.

SECTION 2: AUTHORIZATION

3201 Authorized Uniforms

3201.1 GENERAL. Uniformed NSCC personnel may only wear the following uniforms. They are NOT authorized to wear any other Navy uniforms. A primary consideration when a uniform is prescribed is that all unit members, for that evolution, be in like uniforms. NSCC shoulder insignia must be worn with all uniforms. Keeping personnel's expense for additional uniform items to a minimum should be a key consideration.

3201.2 NSCC OFFICERS, MIDSHIPMAN, UNIFORMED INSTRUCTORS AND CHIEF PETTY OFFICERS:

a.   Dinner Dress Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn to official functions when civilians normally wear Black Tie.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Service Dress Blue uniform except:
- Bow Tie is worn instead of the Four-In-Hand Necktie
- White Formal Shirt can be worn instead of the White Dress Shirt
- Miniature medals are worn instead of ribbons where provided
 
b.   Full Dress Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn for ceremonial occasions.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Service Dress Blue uniform except:
- Large medals and ribbons are worn
 
c.   Service Dress Blue
  (1)   WEAR May be prescribed for wear year-round to all official functions when formal dress, dinner dress or full dress uniforms are not prescribed and civilian equivalent dress is coat and tie.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table I
 
d.   Service Khaki
  (1)   WEAR Worn in summer/winter for office work, watch standing, liberty, or business ashore when prescribed as uniform of the day.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table II
 
e.   Summer White
  (1)   WEAR Worn in summer for office work, watch standing, liberty, or business ashore when prescribed as uniform of the day.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table I
 
f.   Winter Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn in winter for office work, watch standing, liberty, or business ashore when prescribed as uniform of the day.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table II
 
g.   Winter Working Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn when other uniforms would be unsafe or become unduly soiled.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Winter Blue but without Necktie and ribbons. Table II.
 
h.   Working Khaki
  (1)   WEAR Worn when other uniforms would be unsafe or become unduly soiled.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table II.

3201.3 NSCC CADETS PO1 AND BELOW:

a.   Dinner Dress Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn to official functions when civilians normally wear Black Tie.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Service Dress Blue uniform except:
- Miniature medals are worn instead of ribbons where provided.
 
b.   Dinner Dress White
  (1)   WEAR Worn to official functions when civilians normally wear Black Tie. This is a prescribeable summer uniform.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Service Dress White uniform except:
- Miniature medals are worn instead of ribbons where provided.
 
c.   Full Dress Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn for ceremonial occasions.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Service Dress Blue uniform except:
- Large medals and ribbons are worn.
 
d.   Full Dress White
  (1)   WEAR Worn for ceremonial occasions.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Service Dress White uniform except:
- Large medals and ribbons are worn. 
 
e.   Service Dress Blue
  (1)   WEAR May be prescribed for wear year-round to all official functions when formal dress, dinner dress or full dress uniforms are not prescribed and the civilian equivalent dress is coat and tie.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table III.
 
f.   Service Dress White
  (1)   WEAR May be prescribed for summer wear to all official functions when dinner dress or full dress uniforms are not prescribed and civilian equivalent dress is coat and tie.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table III.
 
g.    Summer White
  (1)   WEAR Worn in summer for office work, watch standing, liberty, or business ashore when prescribed as uniform of the day.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table IV.
 
h.   Winter Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn in winter for office work, watch standing, liberty, or business
ashore when prescribed as uniform of the day.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table IV.
 
i.   Winter Working Blue
  (1)   WEAR Worn when other uniforms would be unsafe or become unduly soiled.
  (2)   ITEMS Same as Winter Blue but without Necktie and ribbons. Table IV.
  
j.   Utilities
  (1)   WEAR Worn when other uniforms would be unsafe or become unduly soiled.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table V.
 
k.   Coveralls
  (1)   WEAR Worn when other uniforms would be unsafe or become unduly soiled.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table V

3201.4 NLCC CADETS SLPO AND BELOW:

a.   Salt and Pepper
  (1)   WEAR May be prescribed year round as the NLCC Dress uniform
  (2)   ITEMS See Table VI
 
b.   Utilities
  (1)   WEAR Worn when other uniforms would be unsafe or become unduly soiled.
  (2)   ITEMS See Table VI

SECTION 3: UNIFORM COMPONENTS

3301 - Uniforms and Clothing Articles

3301.1 GENERAL. Uniform components pertain to all NSCC personnel unless otherwise specified. Further definition of uniform items can be obtained in the U.S. Navy Uniform Regulations (NAVPERS 15665[current release]), Chapter 3, Section 5.


The number in parentheses ( ) at the end of each item corresponds to the item number in the Navy Uniform Regulations.


The reference number at the beginning of each line in the insignia subheading below is the item number in Chapter 4 of this manual, which describes the articles insignia requirements. If the uniform article is restricted to certain NSCC personnel, it will be noted immediately following the items name in parentheses ( ), otherwise the item can be worn by all NSCC uniformed personnel. When “officer” is specified in this section, it implies Officers, Warrant Officers, Midshipmen and Uniformed Instructors.

3302 - Description and Correct Wear

3302.1 DESCRIPTION AND CORRECT WEAR OF UNIFORM COMPONENTS (* denotes a foot note at end of section).

  1. All -Weather Coat, Blue. A black, single-breasted, beltless, water repellent coat. The coat has epaulets, tabs on cuffs, and a zip out lining. (3501.1)

    Correct Wear    . Woman's coats button to the left and men's coats button to the right. Button all buttons except the collar button. Collar button may be buttoned in inclement weather. When wearing the all-weather coat, the clear plastic combination cap rain cover may be worn.

    Insignia.  4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4109.1 - Metal Grade Insignia - Shoulder - Full Size
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC 

  2. Belts. Shall be made of plain cloth (fabric must match the uniform) or webbing, same color as the uniform and 1-1/4 inches wide (male), 1 inch wide (female) and fitted with a clip (brass for officers/CPOs and silver for E6 and below). (3501.2)

    Correct Wear. The belt is worn through all belt loops with the metal clip end to the left of the buckle for males and to the right of the buckle for females. 

  3. Beret (Female). Is a black, semi rigid, feminine style. (3501.3)

    Correct Wear    . The beret is worn toward the front of the head, approximately 3/4 inch from the forehead hairline, tilted slightly to the right side of the head. Align the insignia above the left eye. The beret is not worn forward of the front hairline or on the back of the head.

    Insignia. 4102.3 - Officers and Warrant Officers
    4103.3 - Midshipman
    4104.3 - Uniformed Instructor
    4301.3 - Female Cadets
  4. Brassiere (Female). Shall be white or wearer's skin tone when worn with white shirts, otherwise, color is optional. (3501.6)

    Correct Wear. Wear right side out with all uniforms and with all fasteners secured.

  5. Buckle. A plain brass or anodized Navy buckle for Officers/CPOs and pewter or anodized Navy buckle for E6 and below. Decorated buckles are not authorized. (3501.7)

    Correct Wear. The buckle shall be of the appropriate size (1-1/4 inch or 1 inch) for the belt being worn.
    1. Male. Wear the buckle so the belt clip end touches the left side of the buckle. Align the right side of the buckle with the opening of the shirt and opening of the fly, forming a straight line.

    2. Female. Wear the buckle so the belt clip end touches the right side of the buckle. Align the left side of the buckle with the opening of the shirt forming a straight line. 

  6. Cap, Ball. Shall be dark blue color made of durable fabric that reflects and complements a smart, neat appearance. Ball caps shall be appropriately identified with the NSCC insignia (yellow on blue field with the eagle facing the wearers right), or NLCC insignia (white on blue field) applied by a silk screen/puff print process, on the front. Unit name, if used on the ball cap, shall be centered below the NSCC/NLCC logo in sans serif (arial / helvetica block lettering), as shown in Figure 7, Appendix 1, Page 1-6. The flash is 2-1/2 inches high in the center and 3-1/2 inches at the widest tip. (3501.8)

    Correct Wear. The cap is worn squarely on the head, with the bottom edge parallel to and 1-1/2 inches (approximately 2 fingers) above the eyebrows.
    7. Insignia.4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4401.2 - NLCC Shoulder Flash

  7. Cap, Combination. A military-style cap with black visor. Fabric match of cap cover and uniform is not required. When wearing an all-weather coat, a clear or blue plastic combination cap rain cover may be worn. (3501.9)
    1. Male (Officer and CPOs). Has a rigid standing front, flaring circular rim and black cap band worn with detachable khaki or white cap cover as required.

    2. Female. Has a brim with rigid upsweep sides and black cap band worn with detachable white or khaki cap cover as required.

Correct Wear. The cap is worn squarely on the head, with bottom edge parallel to and 1-1/2 inch (approximately 2 fingers) above the eyebrows. White cap cover for blue and white uniforms and khaki cap cover for khaki uniforms.

Insignia. 4102.1 - Officers and Warrant Officers
4103.1 - Midshipman
4104.1 - Uniformed Instructor
4301.1 - Chief Petty Officer and Female Cadets

  1. Cap, Garrison*. A fore-and-aft cap made of the same fabric and color as the uniform, which is being worn. Optional wear of men's style garrison cap is authorized for females with corresponding uniforms. (3501.10)

    Correct Wear. The garrison cap is worn squarely on the head, with the fore-and-aft crease centered vertically in between the eyebrows with the lowest point approximately 1 inch (slightly less than two fingers) above the eyebrows.

    Insignia. 4102.2 - Officers and Warrant Officers
    4103.2 - Midshipman
    4104.2 - Uniformed Instructor
    4301.2 - Chief Petty Officer and Female Cadets
  2. Cap, Knit (Watch). Is made of navy blue wool, closely knitted, bell shaped, pullover style, 11 to 12 inches long, 8-1/4 inches wide at bottom, with 5/8 inch border. (3501.11)

    Correct Wear. It is worn squarely on the head, double folded approximately 2-1/2 inches - 3 inches, with the bottom edge parallel to and above the eyebrows.

  3. Coat, Service Dress Blue (Male Officer/CPOs and all Females)*. (3501.16)
    1. Male. A double-breasted coat made of authorized Navy blue fabric with three outside pockets, one on each hip and one on left breast, and three 35-line buttons down each forefront.

    2. Female. A single-breasted coat made of authorized Navy blue fabric with one welt left breast pocket, and four 35-line buttons on the left front. Buttons are gold for officers/CPOs and silver for E6 and below.

    Insignia. 3303.1 - NSCC Buttons
    4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4106.1 - NSCC Officer Sleeve Insignia
    4107.1 - NSCC Officer Gold Rank Sleeve Stripes
    4201.1 - Coat and Collar Anchor Insignia - Midshipman
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC 
  4. Coveralls. Made of Navy blue fabric with zippered front, buttoned long sleeves, belt loops, and two side pockets and two back pockets. (3501.18)

    Correct Wear. Coveralls shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Embroidered tapes (i.e., surname and USNSCC) are required on the breast. When authorized, sleeves will be rolled with the inside out, forming a roll approximately 3 inches wide, and terminating at a point approximately 2 inches above the elbow. Males wear the belt with clip to the left of the buckle and females wear the belt with clip to the right of the buckle. The buckle is centered on the zipper flap.


    Insignia. 3101.2 - Surname Embroidered Tape
    3101.3 - USNSCC Embroidered Tape
    4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4110.1 - Miniature Metal Insignia - Collar
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC 
  5. Cuff Links. Link or stud pattern of conservative design. Cuff links are gold for officers/CPOs and silver for E-6 and below, except mother-of-pearl cuff links are worn with Formal Dress (white tie). (3501.19)

    Correct Wear. Wear with the face of the cuff link directed outboard from the wearer. 

  6. Earmuffs. Plain, Navy blue cloth earmuffs with black elastic retainer. (3501.22)

    Correct Wear. Wear earmuff retainer underneath the cap/hat. 

  7. EEarrings, Ball, Pearl (Female). All earrings (ball or pearl) must be 4mm - 6 mm (approximately 1/8 inch - 1/4 inch). Ball earrings my be plain with shiny or brushed matte finish, screw-on or post type. Ball earrings are yellow gold for officers/CPOs and silver for E6 and below. Pearl earrings have one small single white pearl. (3501.23)

    Correct Wear. Pearl earrings may be worn with Dinner Dress or Formal uniforms; ball earrings may be worn with all other uniforms. Only one earring may be worn per ear, centered on the ear lobe. 

  8. Gloves, Black*, White. Black gloves are made of smooth leather or smooth synthetic leather; white gloves are made of authorized fabric. Glove stitching is the same color as the basic glove material. (3501.24)

    Correct Wear. Black leather gloves are worn, never carried. White gloves (when required) may be worn or carried with uniforms. Gloves will be removed to shake hands. 

  9. Handbags, Black, Brown, White (Female). A plain black, brown, white leather or synthetic material, envelope style handbag, of semi-rigid construction approximately 10-1/4 inches wide, 7-1/4 inches high, 3-1/2 inches deep, with three separate inside compartments and 1 inch adjustable shoulder strap. The bag has an outside lined pocket and is closed by means of a gold twist lock and flap plate. The color of the handbag will match the color of the shoes worn. (3501.25)

  10. Hat, White (Male PO1 and below). Made of white cotton twill with rounded crown and full-stitched brim. (3501.27)

    Correct Wear. The white hat is worn squarely on the head with the lower front edge approximately 1-1/2 inch above the eyebrows and not crushed, bent or rolled. 

  11. Hosiery (Female)*. Made of nylon, wearer's skin tone, undecorated and seamless. They may be panty/hose combination. (3501.29)

    Correct Wear. They must be worn right side out. 

  12. Jacket, Black*/Jacket, Blue, Khaki, Windbreaker. Close zipper at least 3/4 of the way. Button collar back when not in use. (3501.30)
    1. Black (Officer/CPOs). A black jacket, with a stand-up collar and knit cuffs and bottom. Jacket is single-breasted with a zipper front closer, two inverted slant pockets, and shoulder epaulets.

    2. Black (PO1 and below). A black jacket, with a pointed collar and knit cuffs and bottom. Jacket is single-breasted with a zipper front closer, two inverted slant pockets, and no shoulder epaulets.

    3. Blue Windbreaker (All), Khaki Windbreaker (Officers/CPOs). A single-breasted, short style jacket made of water repellent poly/cotton poplin cloth. It has a plain collar, two pockets located on side fronts, a zipper and a collar button closure. Blue windbreaker phased out by the Navy in October 2001.

    Correct Wear. May be worn with liner. Patches and nametags are not authorized for wear on the jacket.

    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4109.1 - Metal Grade Insignia - Shoulder - Full Size
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC 
  13. Jacket, Blue Working. Made of Navy Blue (black in appearance) authorized fabric, with zipper/hook and pile closure, side pockets, knit wristlets and bodice, and pointed collars. (3501.31)

    Correct Wear. Close the zipper/Velcro at least 3/4 of the way. No military organizational patches may be worn on the jacket.


    Insignia. 4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4401.2 - NLCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.2 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NLCC
    4402.4 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NLCC
  14. Jumper, Blue Dress (Males PO1 and Below). Made of dark blue 100% wool surge, loose fitting, open at the neck and with a square sailor collar, which is trimmed with 3 white stripes. Jumper has a front and back yoke. (3501.32)

    Correct Wear. Wear jumpers hanging straight at the sides, fitting comfortably across the shoulders without binding the armholes, and covering all but the lowest button on each side of the broad fall trousers. The sleeves shall be sufficiently bloused so that the button edge of the buttoned cuff covers the wrist bone when the elbow is bent across the front of the body. When worn with the pea coat or raincoat, the jumper collar shall be inside the coat. An inverted sleeve crease extends down the arm at the inside and outside edges. The body of the jumper has an outward crease in the front, inverted crease in the back, and the collar has three, evenly spaced outward vertical creases. When fitting the jumper to the individual, the unbuttoned cuff's edge shall reach the knuckles at the base of the fingers with hands hanging naturally at the sides.


    Insignia. 4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC 
  15. Jumper, White Dress (PO1 and Below). Made of white 100% polyester, (Certified Navy Twill) fabric, with a square, plain sailor collar, open at the neck, and sleeves cut square at cuff openings. (3501.33)

    Correct Wear. Jumper should hang straight. Wear jumper fitting comfortably across the shoulders and bust without binding the armholes. When worn with an outer garment, the jumper collar shall be inside the garment. An inverted sleeve crease extends down the arm at the inside and outside edges. The body of the jumper has an outward crease in the front, inverted crease in the back, and the collar has three, evenly spaced outward vertical creases. The bottom of the jumper should be loose fitting at the hips with the hem falling within one inch above the bottom of the side pocket opening on the jumper slacks. When fitting the jumper to the individual, the cuff's edge shall reach the knuckles at the base of the fingers with hands hanging naturally at the sides.


    Insignia. 4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC 
  16. Necktie (Neck tab), Black (Female). Navy blue necktie (neck tab) made of authorized fabric. (3501.34)

    Correct Wear. The neck tab’s outer edges should be parallel to the outer edges of the collar. An equal amount of neck tab should show on each side of the collar. 

  17. Necktie Bow, Black (Male). Shall be plain style with square ends between 2 inches and 2-3/4 inches in vertical width. May be clip-on or hand tied. (3501.36)

    Correct Wear    . The bow tie should cover the top shirt button.

  18. Necktie, Black Four-In-Hand (Male). Made of authorized fabric measuring no more than 3-1/4 inches wide. May be clip-on or hand tied. (3501.37)

    Correct Wear. Wear hand tied knotted with either a four-in-hand, half Windsor or Windsor knot. Wear the top of the knot parallel to and slightly above the tip of the shirt collar closure, hiding the shirt button. The bottom hangs within 1 inch of the top of the belt buckle. The tie does not cover the belt buckle. 

  19. Neckerchief (PO1 and Below). A 36-inch square made of plain black silk, or synthetic fabric. It shall be folded diagonally from corner to corner and rolled continuously to end. (3501.38)

    Correct Wear. Wear the rolled neckerchief with a large square knot, tied at the bottom of the V-neck opening of jumper, with ends of the neckerchief even. Cheater knots are not authorized. The upper edge of the knot should be even with the point where the collar opens.

  20. Overshoes/Rain or Snow Boots. Overshoes are black rubber, conventional, low cut style. Rain or snow boots are made of plain black vinyl or leather and may be from mid calf to knee high. (3501.40)

    Correct Wear. Shall be worn with all fasteners closed. Wear only during inclement weather with an outer garment and removed indoors.

  21. Peacoat (PO1 and Below). A double-breasted, hip length coat made of dark blue authorized fabric with a convertible collar, a set-in pocket in each forefront, and a single row of four 35-line black plastic anchor buttons down the right front and three on the left. (3501.41)

    Correct Wear. The peacoat will be worn with all buttons buttoned except for the collar button. Collar button may be buttoned in inclement weather. Wear the jumper collar inside the coat. Sleeves are to reach about three-quarters of distance from the wrist to the knuckles when arms hang naturally at the sides.
    1. Male. The male peacoat buttons to the right. The male peacoat does not have shoulder epaulets.

    2. Female. The female peacoat buttons to the left. The female peacoat has shoulder epaulets. Females may wear either the male peacoat (without epaulets) or the female's peacoat (with epaulets) as long as serviceable.

    Insignia. 4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
    4401.2 - NLCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.2 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NLCC
    4402.4 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NLCC 
  22. Scarf, White. Plain white scarf made of knitted or woven silk or synthetic fabric. (3501.43)

    Correct Wear. May be worn under peacoats, all-weather coats, overcoats, or jackets. 

  23. Shirt, Blue Winter. Made of plain Navy blue authorized fabric, with long sleeves and two breast pockets with flaps fastened with 25-line black anchor buttons. Collar points measure no more than 3-1/4 inches and have a medium spread. (3501.44)

    Correct Wear. Female's shirts button to the left and male's shirts button to the right. Winter Blue-button all buttons, tie/ribbons required. Winter Working Blue-unbutton top collar button, tie/ribbons not worn.
    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4110.1 - Miniature Metal Insignia - Collar
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
  24. Shirt, Khaki, Service (Officers/CPOs). Made of authorized fabric, with short sleeves and two breast pockets with button flaps, and an open collar forming a V-neck. (3501.46)

    Correct Wear. Female's shirts button to the left and male's shirts button to the right. The shirt and trousers/slacks/skirt fabric must match. Effective 1 October 1999, poly/cotton may be worn only as Working Khaki.


    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4110.1 - Miniature Metal Insignia - Collar
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
  25. Shirt, Khaki, Working (Officers/CPOs). Made of authorized fabric, with two breast pockets with button flaps. The short sleeve shirt will have an open collar forming a V-neck. The long sleeve will have a button closure at the neck. May be either long or short sleeve as prescribed. (3501.47)

    Correct Wear. Female's shirts button to the left and male's shirts button to the right. The shirt and trousers/slacks/skirt fabric must match. Button all buttons except the collar button on the long sleeve shirt when worn with Working Khaki uniform.


    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4110.1 - Miniature Metal Insignia - Collar
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
  26. Shirt, Utility (PO1 and Below). Long sleeve shirt made of poly/cotton blend (chambray), with two breast patch pockets with button flaps, front placket, and six 22-line buttons down right front. Short sleeve shirts are optional if authorized. (3501.48)

    Correct Wear. Female's shirts button to the left and male's shirts button to the right. Button all buttons except the top button. Embroidered tapes (i.e., Surname, and USNSCC or USNLCC) and rating badge are required. Embroidery directly onto the fabric is not authorized.
    Insignia. 3101.2 - Surname Embroidered Tape
    3101.3 - USNSCC Embroidered Tape
    4403.2 - NSCC Iron-On Insignia - Shoulder Flashes
    4403.3 - NSCC Iron-On Insignia - Cadet Rating Chevron
    4403.3 - NSCC Iron-On Insignia - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
    4401.2 - NLCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.2 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NLCC
    4402.4 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NLCC 
  27. Shirt, White, Dress (Male Officer/CPOs and all Females). (3501.49)
    1. Male. Made of plain white authorized fabric, with long sleeves with plain buttons, convertible or French cuffs, with epaulets, and with a single left breast pocket without pocket flap. Collar points measure no more than 3-1/4 inches with a medium spread.

      Correct Wear. Button all buttons. Officers wear appropriate soft shoulder boards on the epaulets.

    2. Female. Made of plain white authorized fabric, with plain buttons, short or long sleeve with epaulets. Collar points measure no more than 3-1/4 inches with a medium spread. A quality improved white dress long sleeve shirt made of cotton/polyester fabric, designed with a lower neckline, center front covered button placket, and one-piece front, has been approved as of summer 2001 with the current shirt phased out by 01 October 2003.

      Correct Wear. Button all buttons. Officers wear appropriate soft shoulder boards on the epaulets.

    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4108.2 - NSCC Officer Shoulder Board Insignia - Soft
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
  28. Shirt, White, Formal (Female). A plain white formal dress shirt with tuxedo pleats and French cuffs. (3501.50)
    Correct Wear. Wear with all studs, buttons and cuff links fastened.
    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4108.2 - NSCC Officer Shoulder Board Insignia - Soft
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC

  29. Shirt, White, Formal (Male Officer/CPOs). A plain white formal dress shirt with a turndown collar and a plain stiff or wide pleated soft front. (3501.51)
    Correct Wear. Wear with all studs, buttons and cuff links fastened.
    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4108.2 - NSCC Officer Shoulder Board Insignia - Soft
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC

  30. Shirt, White, Summer. (3501.53)
    1. Males. Made of plain white authorized fabric, with short sleeves, two breast pockets with button flaps, and an open collar forming a V-neck. Collar points measure no longer than 3-1/4 inch with a medium spread.
    Correct Wear. Officers wear shirts with hard shoulder boards straps; enlisted wear shirts without shoulder board straps. The shirt and trouser fabric must match. Button all buttons.
    2. Females. Made of plain, white authorized fabric, with short sleeves, two breast pockets with button flaps, epaulets, and a convertible collar. Collar points measure no more than 3-1/4 inches with a medium spread.
    Correct Wear. Button all buttons except the top collar button. The shirt and skirt/slacks fabric must match.
    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4108.1 - NSCC Officer Shoulder Board Insignia - Hard
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC 

  31. Shoes, Dress (Black/Brown/White)*. (3501.54)
    1. Males. Plain toed, oxford style black, brown, or white, low quarter, lace shoe, made of smooth leather. The heel shall be an outside heel 3/4 inch - 7/8 inch high with a flat sole.
    Correct Wear. They shall be kept well shined and in good repair. Males lace shoes from inside out through all eyelets and tie.
    2. Females. Plain black, brown, or white dress pumps made of smooth leather with closed heels and toes. Heels shall be no higher than approximately 2-5/8 inches nor less than approximately 5/8 inch measured from the forward edge, and no wider than approximately 1-3/4 inches at the base. Sole shall be no thicker than approximately 1/4 inch. Wedge heels are not authorized.
    Correct Wear. The shoes shall be kept well shined and in good repair at all times. 

  32. Shoes, Formal, Black (Female)*. Plain black pumps with closed heels and toes, of suede, silk or peau-de-soie meeting the same heel requirements as the black dress pumps. (3501.55)
    Correct Wear. Keep clean and in good repair. 

  33. hoes, Safety, Black. Plain toed, laced safety shoes, made of water resistant leather. Outsoles constructed from nitrile rubber, which is inherently heat, and flame resistant. (3501.57)
    Correct Wear. Keep clean, well blackened, and in good repair. Lace shoes from inside out through all eyelets and tie.

  34. Shoes, Service (Black/Brown/White) (Female)*. Plain or moccasin stitch toed, oxford style black, brown, or white, low quarter, lace shoe, made of smooth leather. The heel shall be an outside heel 5/8 inch - 1 inch high, and the sole shall be 3/16 inch - 3/8 inch thick. Wedge heels are not authorized. (3501.58)
    Correct Wear. Keep well shined and in good repair. Lace shoes from inside out through all eyelets and tie.

  35. Skirt, Blue, Belted (Female). A plain, Navy blue, belted skirt with two welt pockets in upper front and a zipper back. (3501.60)
    Correct Wear. Length may range from 1-1/2 inches above to 1-1/2 inches below the crease behind the knee. Wear belted skirts with the zipper centered in the back and a belt through all loops.

  36. Skirt, Blue, Unbelted (Female). A plain, blue, six gored skirt, with a waistband pocket in the upper right front. The welt pocket style is worn as long as serviceable. (3501.62)
    Correct Wear. Skirt matches the coat in color and fabric. Length may range from 1-1/2 inches above to 1-1/2 inches below the crease behind the knee. Wear the zipper on the left side.

  37. Skirt, Khaki, Service (Female Officers/CPOs). A plain, khaki, belted skirt, with two welt pockets in upper front and a zipper back. (3501.63)
    Correct Wear. The shirt and skirt fabric must match. Length may range from 1-1/2 inches above to 1-1/2 inches below the crease behind the knee. Wear belted skirts with the zipper centered in the back and a belt through all loops. 

  38. Skirt, White, Belted (Female). A plain, white, belted skirt, with a full lining, with two welt pockets in upper front and a zipper in back. (3501.65)
    Correct Wear. The shirt and skirt fabric must match. Length may range from 1-1/2 inches above to 1-1/2 inches below the crease behind the knee. Wear belted skirts with the zipper centered in the back and a belt through all loops. 

  39. Slacks, Blue, Belted (Female)*. A plain, Navy blue, with fore-and-aft creases, belt loops, zipper fly front closure, with two side pockets, and two back pockets. (3501.68)
    Correct Wear. The welt pocket style and slacks with no back pockets may be worn as long as serviceable. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt through all loops. Slacks shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Slacks should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments. 

  40. Slacks, Blue, Unbelted (Female)*. A plain, Navy blue, with fore-and-aft creases, left side zipper, and a waistband pocket in the upper right front. (3501.69)
    Correct Wear. Fabric of the slacks must match the Service Dress Blue coat. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt through all loops. Slacks shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Slacks should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments. 

  41. Slacks, Khaki, Service (Female, Officers/CPOs)*. A plain, Khaki, with fore-and-aft creases, belt loops, zippered fly front closure, with two side pockets. Poly/cotton slacks have two back pockets. (3501.72)
    Correct Wear. May be straight legged or slightly flared. The shirt and slacks fabric must match. The welt pocket style and CNT slacks with two back pockets may be worn as long as serviceable. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt through all loops. Slacks shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Slacks should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments. 

  42. Slacks, Khaki, Working (Female, Officers/CPOs)*. A plain Khaki, in the same style as Service Khaki slacks, except slacks have two back pockets. (3501.73)
    Correct Wear. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt through all loops. Slacks shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Slacks should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments. 

  43. Slacks, White, Jumper (Female, PO1 and Below)*. Made of white fabric with inverted side creases, zipper fly front closure, and two side pockets. A modesty liner, which extends to the bottom of the pockets, is required. (3501.75)
    Correct Wear. Button all buttons and close all fasteners. Slacks shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Slacks should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments. 

  44. Slacks, White, Summer, Belted (Female)*. Made of white fabric with creases, belt loops, zippered fly front closure, and two side pockets. (3501.76)
    Correct Wear. The shirt and slacks fabric must match. The welt pocket style may be worn as long as serviceable. A modesty liner, which extends to the bottom of the pockets, is required. Button all buttons and close all fasteners. Slacks shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Slacks should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.

  45. Slips (Female). May be full or half-slip. Shall be white or wearer's skin tone when wearing white uniform components. (3501.77)
    Correct Wear. Wear right side out with all unlined skirts. A slip is optional with lined skirts.

  46. Socks (Black/Khaki/White)*. Made of undecorated, plain or ribbed knitted material. Knee length or mid calf socks are authorized. (3501.78)
    Correct Wear. Wear right side out. 

  47. Sweater, Cardigan. A plain single-breasted cardigan style sweater made of Navy blue woolen or synthetic yarn, with a button front closure, long sleeves, wristlets and V-neck. A pocket in the lower part of one or both foreparts is optional. (3501.81)
    Correct Wear. Female's sweaters button to the left and male's sweaters button to the right. Button all buttons. Wear only within the immediate office space. Shirt collar is worn inside the sweater when a tie is worn and outside the sweater when no tie is worn.
    Insignia. 4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4108.2 - NSCC Officer Shoulder Board Insignia - Soft
    4302.1 - Rating Badge - Chief Petty Officer
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
    4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
    4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC

  48. Sweater, (Pullover Jersey) (PO1 and Below). Navy blue, jersey style sweater made of circular or seamed worsted knit, with a round collar, and cuffs on sleeves. (3501.82)
    Correct Wear. Wear under long sleeved chambray/utility shirt, coveralls or Service Dress Blue jumpers. 

  49. Sweater, V-Neck*. Black V-neck style pullover sweater, in both light (acrylic) and heavy (wool) weaves, with fabric epaulets, shoulder and elbow patches. A Velcro backed, black leather nametag, (2" x 4") is required. (3501.83)
    Correct Wear. Identification badges are not authorized to be worn on the sweater. The sweater is authorized for daily wear to and from work, in public places, onboard ship, on base and station, and for attending working level meetings/briefings. Officers wear soft shoulder boards on the epaulets. E7 and below personnel wear no rank insignia on the sweater. Shirt collar is worn inside the sweater when a tie is worn and outside the sweater when no tie is worn.
    Insignia. 3305.2 - Velcro Backed Leather Nametag
    4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
    4108.2 - NSCC Officer Shoulder Board Insignia - Soft
    4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash 

  50. Tie Clasp/Tack (Male). Shall be gold for officers/CPOs and silver for PO1 and below, decorated or plain with appropriate insignia to which the wearer is entitled. The tie clasp shall not be more than 3/16 inch wide. Tie tack shall be no more than 5/8-inch diameter. (3501.87)
    Correct Wear. May be worn on the four-in-hand tie, 1 inch below the center of the tie in a horizontal position. The uniform coat should cover it. 

  51. Trousers, Blue, Dress (Male)*. Made of plain authorized blue fabric with creases, belt loops, zippered fly front closure, and two side and back pockets. May be either straight legged or slightly flared. (3501.90)
    Correct Wear. Fabric of trousers must match the uniform coat/shirt worn (i.e., Service Dress Blue trousers must match the Service Dress Blue coat, and Winter Blue trousers must match the Winter Blue shirt). Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt, through all loops. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.

  52. Trousers, Blue, Jumper (Broad fall) (Male PO1 and Below)*. Made of 100% Navy blue wool serge with buttoned broadfall front, two front pockets and on right side rear pocket, laced gusset at the back, and inverted side creases and flared legs. Buttons are 25-line, and with black anchors. (3501.92)
    Correct Wear. Button all buttons and lace gusset from the inside out, bottom to top, and tie. Bitter ends of lace are tucked in. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.

  53. Trousers, Khaki, Service (Male Officers/CPOs)*. Made of plain authorized fabric with fore-and-aft creases, belt loops, zippered fly front closure, and two side and back pockets. May be either straight legged or slightly flared. (3501.94)
    Correct Wear. Fabric of the shirt and trousers must match. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt, through all loops. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments. 

  54. Trousers, Khaki, Working (Male Officers/CPOs)*. Made of poly/cotton fabric, in the same style as Trousers, Khaki, Service. (3501.95)
    Correct Wear. Fabric of the shirt and trousers must match. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt, through all loops. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.

  55. Trousers, Utility (PO1 and Below)*. Made of Navy blue poly/cotton blend with a straight leg cut, fore-and-aft creases, belt loops, zippered fly front closure, and two side and two back pockets. (3501.96)
    Correct Wear. Female's trousers fasten to the left and male's trousers fasten to the right. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt, through all loops. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.
    Insignia. 3101.2 - Surname Embroidered Tape 

  56. Trousers, White, Jumper (Male PO1 and Below)*. Made of authorized 100% polyester (Certified Navy Twill) white fabric with inverted side creases, belt loops, zippered fly front closure, and two side and back pockets. (3501.97)
    Correct Wear. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt, through all loops. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.

  57. Trousers, White, Summer (Male)*. Made of authorized white fabric with fore-and-aft creases, belt loops, zippered fly front closure, and two side and back pockets. May be either straight legged or slightly flared. (3501.98)
    Correct Wear. Fabric of the shirt and trousers must match. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt, through all loops. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.

  58. Umbrella. Plain, solid black, collapsible umbrella. (3501.99)
    Correct Wear. May be carried when weather conditions warrant, provided safety regulations or practices are not violated (for example, FOD hazard). The umbrella should be carried in the left hand to permit saluting. The umbrella shall not be carried during military formations.

  59. Underpants (Female). White or wearer's skin tone when worn with white uniforms. (3501.100)
    Correct Wear. Wear right side out.
  60. Undershirt White. Made of white cotton or poly/cotton. May be sleeveless, V-neck, or crew neck. (3501.101)
    Correct Wear. Wear right side out, front of shirt to front of body. Crew neck shirts must be worn with Dungaree/Utility uniforms, Jumper Style uniforms, Coveralls, and with all uniforms aboard ship and in areas where an industrial fire hazard exists. Other than as required above, women may wear undershirts optionally at shore commands, except with dungarees and jumper style uniforms crew neck shirts are required.

  61. Under shorts (Male). White boxer shorts or white knitted brief style when worn with white uniforms. Color is optional with other uniforms. (3501.102)
    Correct Wear. Wear right side out.

3302.3 FOOTNOTES.

a. Cap, Garrison, Navy Blue. Can be worn optionally when the Navy black jacket and/or black V-Neck sweater is worn in lieu of the Service Dress Blue coat. (3501.10)

b. Gloves, Black. Can be worn with all outer garments in inclement weather when no other gloves are prescribed. (3501.24)

c. Jacket, Black. The Navy black jacket, Officer/CPO and E6 and below versions, is authorized for wear in lieu of the Service Dress Blue coat. The black V-Neck sweater is an optional item, which may be worn with this combination. This black jacket is authorized for daily wear to and from work, in public places, and for attending working level meetings, but is not authorized for ceremonies and high-level meetings. (3501.30)

d. Slacks. When wearing slacks and trousers with service shoes, socks are required. (Socks color shall match service shoes, except khaki socks shall be worn with brown shoes.) When wearing dress shoes (pumps), hosiery is required. (3501.68 - .76)

e. Sweater, V-Neck. The Navy V-Neck sweater is authorized for wear in lieu of the Service Dress Blue coat. The black V-Neck sweater is authorized for daily wear to and from work, in public places, and for attending working level meetings, but is not authorized for ceremonies and high-level meetings. The only outer garments authorized when wearing the sweater are those outer garments authorized with the basic uniform. (3501.83)

f. Trousers. When wearing slacks and trousers with service shoes, socks are required. (Socks color shall match service shoes, except khaki socks shall be worn with brown shoes.) (3501.90 - .98)

3303 – Buttons

3303.1 NSCC gold buttons MUST BE WORN by NSCC officers, midshipman, uniformed instructors and cadet CPOs in lieu of Navy gold buttons. Female cadets MUST WEAR NSCC silver buttons in lieu of Navy silver buttons on service dress jackets (Figure 1, Appendix 1, Page 1-1)

3304 - Ribbons/Appurtenances/Breast Insignia

3304.1 NSCC and NLCC cadets may wear only those NSCC/NLCC ribbons, awards and appurtenances specified in the NSCC Awards Manual. Cadets may not wear any DOD/DOT/DHS ribbons, medals, breast insignia or any other DOD/DOT/DHS appurtenances. Cadets awarded DOD/DOT/DHS ribbons, breast insignia or any other DOD/DOT/DHS appurtenances while performing Sea Cadet Training, MUST REQUEST and OBTAIN WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION from Sea Cadet Headquarters to wear them on the NSCC uniform.

3304.2 NSCC officers, warrant officers, midshipmen and instructors may earn and wear certain NSCC ribbons, and awards as specified in the NSCC Awards Manual.

3304.3 NSCC officers, warrant officers, midshipmen and instructors may wear all earned DOD/DOT/DHS ribbons and breast appurtenances on the NSCC uniform provided copies of such award authorizations are in their service record. When worn with NSCC ribbon awards, DOD/DOT ribbons will take precedence.

3305 - Nametags

3305.1 NAMETAG. Nametags are rectangular not exceeding dimensions of 1 inch by 3-1/2 inches, and may be of any color and design as long as the nametag is standard throughout the command. If an insignia is placed on the nametag, it will be the NSCC or NLCC insignia as appropriate. Center nametags 1/4 inch above the right breast pocket. On uniforms without a right breast pocket, place nametags on the right breast aligned with the lower row of ribbons on the left breast.

3305.2 VELCRO BACKED LEATHER NAMETAG. Nametags shall be made of plain black leather in 2 inch by 4 inch dimension. Name, rank/rate and NSCC shall be embossed in gold for officers/CPOs and in silver for E6 and below with lettering in block letters, 1/4 inch high. The NSCC or NLCC insignia, as appropriate, may be embossed above the individual's name. The leather nametag can be worm on those clothing items that come with the matching Velcro patch.

SECTION 4: CIVILIAN ATTIRE

3401 - Guidance

3401.1 GENERAL. In order to provide a special identity for officers, midshipman, uniformed instructors and non-uniformed instructors, who for one reason or another, are unable to wear the officer style uniform, specific civilian attire as described below and in Table VII, may be worn. The purpose in authorizing this civilian attire is not to replace the officer style uniform, but to offer an additional alternative for wear under certain circumstances. Officer style uniforms are not usually available through excess property disposal outlets, and must be purchased by the individual at his or her own expense. Distinctive civilian attire provides a lower cost alternative, and normally would be available immediately upon affiliation. Those personnel who for one reason or another are unable to meet the physical requirements of the program (NSCC Regulations, paragraph 0733, Weight Standards) also may wear this civilian attire.

3401.2 PRESCRIBED ATTIRE. The civilian attire is authorized for non-uniformed instructors and officers, midshipman, and instructors during appropriate occasions. It is not intended to replace the NSCC Navy officer style uniform, but is being authorized as distinctive civilian attire that will give a special identity to members of the Naval Sea Cadet Corps. It shall not be worn in lieu of the Navy officer style uniform during drill periods, summer training or other occasions when the officer style uniform is prescribed. It is authorized during these occasions by those not able to wear the Navy officer style uniform. It may be worn during appropriate social ccasions and at other times as determined by the Commanding Officer. The civilian uniform attire consists of three (3) configurations, one dress and two working.

3401.3 ATTIRE.

a. Belt. A plain black civilian style belt with gold buckle for the dress uniform. The standard black or khaki military style belt with gold clip and buckle for the appropriate work uniform. The male belt is 1-1/4 inch wide and the female belt is 1 inch wide.

b. Blouse (Female). Made of plain white cotton or cotton/poly fabric, with long or short sleeves and one breast pocket. Collar points measure no more than 3-1/4 inches and have a medium spread. Buttons will be plain, round and flat in design. Female's shirts button to the left. Button all buttons except the top collar button, which will remain unbuttoned when no scarf is worn. Button all buttons including the top collar button when wearing he scarf.

c. Brassiere (Female). Shall be white or wearer's skin tone when worn with white shirts, otherwise, color is optional.
Correct Wear. Wear right side out with all uniforms and with all fasteners secured.

d. Cap, Ball. Shall be dark blue color made of durable fabric that reflects and complements a smart, neat appearance. Ball caps shall be appropriately identified with the NSCC insignia (yellow on blue field with the eagle facing the wearers right), or NLCC insignia (white on blue field) applied by a silk screen/puff print process, on the front. The unit name, if used, shall be centered below in sans serif (arial/ helvetica block lettering). (Figure 6, Appendix 1, Page 1-6) The flash is 2-1/2 inches high in the center and 3-1/2 inches at the widest tip. (3501.8) Correct Wear. The cap is worn squarely on the head, with the bottom edge parallel to and 1-1/2 inches above the eyebrows. The wearing of rank or rate insignia on the cap is prohibited.
Insignia. 4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
4401.2 - NLCC Shoulder Flash

e. Coat. A dark blue blazer of the wearer’s style choice (single or double breasted). There is no requirement for the number of pockets. The coat buttons will match the coat color or be black or navy blue in color. The coat will be worn buttoned.

f. Nametag. Will be the same as worn by other unit members.

Insignia. 3305.1 - Name Tagg. Necktie, Dark Blue, four-in-Hand (Male). Made of a dull or shiny silk or synthetic fabric no wider then 3-1/4 inches. The tie shall be dark blue with very narrow red or yellow stripes. Wear hand tied knotted with, either a four-in-hand, half Windsor or Windsor knot. Wear the top of the knot parallel to and slightly above the tip of the shirt collar closure, hiding the shirt button. The bottom hangs within 1 inch of the top of the belt buckle, but does not cover the belt buckle.

h. Scarf (Female). Dark blue with very narrow red or yellow strips made of silk or synthetic fabric. When worn, the scarf is placed under the blouse collar and tied loosely in a hand over or square knot at the blouse front. The scarf ends will be approximately equal in length.

i. Shirt (Male). Made of plain white cotton or cotton/poly fabric, with long or short sleeves and one breast pocket. Collar points measure no more than 3-1/4 inches and have a medium spread. Buttons will be plain, und and flat in design. Male's shirts button to the right. Button all buttons except the top collar button, which will remain unbuttoned when no necktie is worn. Button all buttons including the top collar button when the necktie is worn.

j. Shirt, Golf. Made of cotton or cotton/poly fabric, with no breast pockets. It will be Navy blue or heather in color, depending on the work uniform being worn. Sleeves can be short or long. Button all buttons except the collar button. The NSCC or NLCC logo (depending on the type of unit) will be over the left breast, with "STAFF" centered underneath. (Figure 14, Appendix 1, Page 1-15)

k. Shoes, Dress Black.

1. Males. Plain toed, oxford style black, low quarter, lace shoe, made of smooth leather or synthetic leather. The heal shall be an outside heel 3/4 inch - 7/8 inch high with a flat sole. They shall be kept well shined and in good repair. Males lace shoes from inside out through all eyelets and tie.

2. Females. Plain black dress pumps made of smooth leather or synthetic leather, with closed heels and toes. Heels shall be no higher than approximately 2-5/8 inches nor less than approximately 5/8 inch measured from the forward edge, and no wider than approximately 1-3/4 inches at the base. Sole shall be no thicker than approximately 1/4 inch. Wedge heels are not authorized. The shoes shall be kept well shined and in good repair at all times.

l. Skirt, Khaki (Female). A plain skirt, with or without belt loops, and with or without pockets in the front. Length may range from 1-1/2 inches above to 1-1/2 inches below the crease behind the knee.

m. Slacks, Black or Khaki (Female). A plain slack, with fore-and-aft creases, with or without belt loops, zipper fly front closure (optional for females), with two side pockets, and two back pockets (optional for males). Stretch pants/slacks are not authorized. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt through all loops. Slacks shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Slacks should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.
n. Slips (Female). May be full or half-slip. Shall be white or wearer's skin tone when wearing
white uniform components. (3501.77)
Correct Wear. Wear right side out with all unlined skirts. A slip is optional with lined skirts.

o. Socks. Made of undecorated, plain or ribbed knitted material. Knee length or mid calf socks are authorized. They will be black in color.

p. Stockings (Female). Made of nylon, wearers skin tone or tan in color, undecorated and seamless. They may be panty/hose combination.q. Trousers, Black or Khaki (Male). Plain pants, with fore-and-aft creases, with or without belt loops, zipper fly front closure, with two side pockets, and two back pockets. Stretch pants/slacks are not authorized. Button all buttons, close all fasteners and wear a belt through all loops. Trousers shall hang approximately 2 inches from the floor at the back of the shoe. Trousers should be tailored to include a 2-inch hem to provide material for adjustments.

r. Underpants (Female). Can be of any color. (3501.100)
Correct Wear. Wear right side out.

s. Undershirt White. Made of white cotton or poly/cotton. May be sleeveless, V-neck, or crew neck. (3501.101)
Correct Wear. Wear right side out, front of shirt to front of body. Crew neck shirts must be worn with ngaree/Utility uniforms, Jumper Style uniforms, Coveralls, and with all uniforms aboard ship and in areas where an industrial fire hazard exists. Other than as required above, women may wear undershirts optionally at shore commands, except with dungarees and jumper style uniforms crew neck shirts are required.

t. Under shorts (Male). Can be of any color boxer shorts or knitted brief style. (3501.102)
Correct Wear. Wear right side out.

3401.4 INSIGNIA. Shirt/blouse will have the NSCC or NLCC flash, as appropriate, depending on the type unit to which assigned, silk screened or embroidered over the left pocket with "STAFF" centered under the logo as shown in Figure 14, Appendix 1, Page 1-14.

3401.5 INFORMAL DRESS ATTIRE. Blue blazer is optional and may be worn for appropriate informal occasions. The blazer is worn with a cotton shirt/blouse and neckwear depending on the situation and individual reference. A pocket nametag, of the same design as the rest of the unit, may be worn with the blazer.

SECTION 5: SPECIAL UNIFORMS

3501 - General

3501.1 The only special uniforms authorized for Naval Sea Cadet Corps personnel are:
a. S-1 = Battle dress uniforms (BDU), camouflage utility woodland.

3501.2 CRITERIA FOR WEAR - GENERAL. These uniforms are for wear by specified units and special circumstances as follows:

a. It MUST be remembered that this is the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps and its PRIMARY uniforms are those Navy uniforms listed in Chapter 3, Section 2, of this manual. The special uniforms should ONLY be worn in accordance with the guidelines provided.

b. The special uniforms are to be worn ONLY during actual training periods in those areas where they are applicable to the training. During unit activities such as quarters, military drill, unit meetings, classroom training, etc., prescribed Naval Sea Cadet Corps uniforms will be worn.

c. Wearing of the special uniform is not authorized solely because of a billet a cadet is filling, training or working in.

3501.3 CRITERIA FOR WEAR - SPECIAL UNIFORM - S-1 CAMOUFLAGE UTILITY.

a. These units may authorize their personnel to wear the camouflage utility uniforms, instead of other prescribed work uniforms, only during related special training periods

(1.) Units designated NSCC Construction Battalion Units.

(2.) Units that consistently drill and train with an active duty counterpart that normally wears this uniform.

(3.) Other units when, and only when, actually participating in a field exercise.

(4.) Individual cadets when working/training with a unit or work center, that normally wears the uniform.

(5.) When attending an advanced two-week training where that uniform has been approved by Sea Cadet Headquarters.

b. Units will not wear this uniform to public events or in parades unless working with or marching in actual formation, with an active duty or reserve counterpart who are wearing this uniform.

c. Only the Woodland camouflage utility uniform is authorized for NSCC cadet wear. The Desert camouflage utility uniform is not authorized for NSCC cadet wear.

d. All camouflage utility uniforms will be properly marked per Sea Cadet standards before being worn.

e. Camouflage utility uniforms are not authorized for NLCC cadet wear.

3502 Special Uniform, S-1, Camouflage Utility

3502.1 APPEARANCE. Standards of appearance for all NSCC personnel wearing the camouflage utility uniform are as follows:

a. General. The standard camouflage utility uniform consists of woodland camouflage pattern headgear, coat, shirt, trousers, belt, buckle, footwear, socks and brown undershirt. Appropriate shoulder flashes and rank/rate insignia (E-2 and above) will be affixed per Sea Cadet standards. No force insignia will be worn. All authorized cadet accoutrements will be embroidered onto an olive drab cloth background and sewn on the uniform. All authorized officers, midshipmen, and uniformed instructors will wear the same shoulder flashes as those prescribed for cadets and have them sewn on the uniform. Blackened rank insignia, to include embroidered devices, is authorized. Iron-on, molded, or stenciled-on accoutrements ARE NOT AUTHORIZED, except as specified for the headgear (Figure 6, Appendix 1, Page 1-6). No items (excluding cap) of the nylon/cotton twill and nylon/cotton riplon poplin uniforms will be mixed.

(1.) The camouflage woodland utility uniform shall be clean and pressed to present a neat appearance. Although the use of starch or sizing is authorized as an individual option, it may adversely affect the comfort and durability of the uniform.

(2.) All accoutrements for the camouflage woodland utility uniform will be embroidered on an olive drab fabric background. They will all be embroidered with black thread except as noted in (2) directly above.

(3.) The NSCC Uniform Regulation, Chapter 2, requirements for smartness and personal appearance fully apply to the camouflage utility uniform.

3502.2 UNIFORM ITEM DESCRIPTION.

a. Belt/Buckle. The 1-1/4 inch black cotton, nylon or elastic woven web belt, with black tip, and black open face buckle will be worn with the camouflage woodland utility trousers.
Correct Wear. Properly worn with the open face belt buckle, the belt tip will extend 2 to 4 inches from the buckle. Appropriate authority may authorize the standard Navy brass/nickel buckle, which will be blackened.

b. Brassiere (Female). Shall be white or wearer's skin tone when worn with white shirts, otherwise, color is optional. (3501.6)
Correct Wear. Wear right side out with all uniforms and with all fasteners secured.

c. Cap, Cold Weather/Helmet Liner. When prescribed by appropriate authority, the cold weather cap may be worn in lieu of the camouflage utility cap.
Insignia. 3502.3 - Insignia - c. Cap

d. Cap, Utility. The cap will be worn squarely on the head so that the visor is on a line and just above the level of the eyes.
Insignia. 3502.3 - Insignia - c. Cap

e. Coat, Camouflage Cold Weather. The camouflage cold weather coat (field jacket) is authorized for wear with the camouflage woodland utility uniform.
Insignia. 3502.3 - Insignia - a. Badges
3502.3 - Insignia - b. Breast Insignia
3502.3 - Insignia - f. Shoulder
4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC

f. Extreme Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS) (GORE-TEX). The ECWCS
camouflage parka and or trousers are authorized for wear with the woodland camouflage utility uniform. The
parka and trousers will not have any accoutrements, including rank insignia.

g. Gloves. Black gloves are authorized for wear with the camouflage utility uniform. Work gloves
may be worn while working for personal protection and safety.

h. Helmet, Construction Worker's. When prescribed by appropriate authority, the construction worker's protective helmet, with/without the camouflage cold weather cap/helmet liner, may be worn in lieu of the camouflage utility cap.
Insignia. 3502.3 - Insignia - d. Helmet, Construction Worker's

i. Hood, Extreme Cold Weather. During the winter uniform period, appropriate authority may authorize the cold weather hood for wear.

j. Leather Equipment. Standard black leather equipment is authorized for wear with the camouflage utility uniform. Black web or nylon guard belts may be worn in lieu of leather equipment.

k. Scarf, Wool. Appropriate authority may authorize wool scarves for wear with the field jacket. The green scarf may be worn with the camouflage utility uniform. When worn, the scarf will overlap to form a "V" at the base of the throat, hiding the garment beneath.

l. Shirt. The camouflage woodland utility shirt is to be worn outside the waistband of the utility trousers. Sleeves may be rolled up at the option of local commanders. When authorized, utility sleeves will be rolled with the inside out, forming a roll approximately 3 inches wide, and terminating at a point approximately 2 inches above the elbow.
Insignia. 3502.3 - Insignia - a. Badges
3502.3 - Insignia - b. Breast Insignia
3502.3 - Insignia - e. Collar
3502.4 - Markings - a. Identification Markings. (1.)
4105.1 - NSCC Officer/CPO Shoulder Flash
4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC
4401.1 - NSCC Shoulder Flash
4402.1 - Cadet Rating Chevron - NSCC
4402.3 - Cadet Petty Officer Rating Badge - NSCC

m. Shoe. Black combat boots, combination combat/safety boots, or all black “jungle” boots with black laces may be worn with the camouflage utility uniform, and will be blackened and buffed. Local commanders will direct wear of steel-toed boots when and where required. Bootlaces will be tucked in a manner to present a well-kept appearance.

n. Socks. Socks shall be either olive green or black.

o. Sweater, Service. The olive green U.S. Marine Corps wool sweater "Wooly Pulley" is authorized for wear with the camouflage utility uniform. When worn, the sweater will be worn over the undershirt and beneath the camouflage utility shirt.

p. Trousers. The camouflage utility trousers shall be of the same material and woodland camouflage pattern as the utility shirt. When worn with combat boots or combination combat/safety boots, the trouser leg will be bloused with garters so that the blouse covers the top row of hooks or eyelets on the boots.
Insignia. 3502.4 - Markings - a. Identification Markings. (2.)

q. Underpants (Female). Any color can be worn with the camouflage uniforms. (3501.100)
Correct Wear. Wear right side out.

r. Undershirts. Undershirts shall be desert brown, cotton, quarter-length sleeve, with an elliptical (crew-neck) collar. Thermal underwear is authorized to be worn underneath the camouflage uniform during cold weather periods. Navy blue or dark green sweatshirts may be worn under the camouflage shirt during field training if approved by ap