In the choosing a first uniform post I suggested two uniforms as potential choices for your first uniform, the ODU and Tropical Blue, Long. The Tropical Blue Long, or Trops, uniform is the more formal of these uniforms and should be your first purchase if you plan to participate primarily in activities other than operations.As with many of the choices you face as a new member choosing and aquiring your first uniform should be done in consultation with your mentor. This post will familiarize you with the terms and sources of supply so you can make the most of your conversation with your mentor.
Trops consist of a number of components, many of which are also worn with othe uniforms. Click here to see a full size version of the image to the right which describes the components of the uniform and the sources of each component.
Some of the components are general Coast Guard issue and are available at the Coast Guard Uniform Distribution Center (UDC) and at the Coast Guard Exchage at Sector Portland. The UDC is generally the cheapest source for the uniform items they carry.
- Garrison cap (UDC or Sector Exchange)
- Light blue short sleeve shirt (UDC or Sector Exchange)
- SDB trousers (UDC or Sector Exchange)
- Auxiliary belt and buckle (UDC)
- Black dress shoes (UDC, Sector Exchange, or commercial plain toe black oxfords)
A few items are Auxiliary unique and are only available from the Auxiliary District Store. Some of the uniform items above are also available from the District store but the prices can be substantially higher.
- Auxiliary garrison cap device
- Auxiliary member insignia or officer device (1 for cap)
- Auxiliary member of officer shoulder boards
- Auxiliary belt and buckle
- Black dress socks
- V-neck white undershirt. The undershirt should not show.
Finally, you will need an Auxiliary name tag - the flotilla provides these to all new members.
The assembly and wear, as well as various options, of the Trops uniform can be found in Chapter 10 of the Auxiliary Manual
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