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To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: Info on the new ODU -010/007

1. "For years Coast Guard members have requested that the ODU be enhanced
by un-tucking the coat. The dilemma was that the current ODU coat was
designed to be tucked in. Another significant concern was the large amount
of current ODU inventory on hand and how to deplete it if a new uniform
(un-tucked version) came on line. Last summer, Admiral Allen and MCPOCG
Bowen began conversations with the Uniform Program to move to an un-tucked
version of the ODU." - ODU Fact Sheet

2. The new ODU is currently on schedule, with availability at the UDC on or about 31 March 2008.

3. For pictures and full information, the Master Chief Petty Officer of the
Coast Guard (MCPOCG) Bowen website contains the information you need.

http://www.uscg.mil/comdt/mcpocg/uniform/untuck_ODU/

4. The purpose of this list is to keep Auxiliarists as well as all other
interested parties abreast of current developments, policies, manuals, etc.
All information contained herein and linked is OFFICIAL policy and
information.

5. Internet Release and Distribution is Authorized.

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Originally posted by tip_dog:
Ancora, boat shoes are authorized to be worn with the ODU under prescribed situations. Have you tried working with the unit that issues your orders to prescribe boat shoes as appropriate?

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Originally posted by Ancora:
The Sector commander does not allow Auxies on base without boots when wearing the ODUs so that effectively keeps us from using the station galley while on patrol.

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Originally posted by usefulguy:
We'll I want an ODU material kilt.... talk about a great hot weather uniform. I would want buttons, not failure prone Velcro, to save potential embarrassment.

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Originally posted by Ancora:
……………… The Auxies are NOT allowed to remove the ODU shirts and must swelter on hot days. We must also wear survival pants when the water temp is below 60 degrees.

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Auxiliary Manual, Chapter 10, H.3:
Local prescribing authorities may authorize use of the Coast Guard blue crew neck T-shirt stenciled with the words “USCG AUXILIARY” across the front left chest in white ¾ inch tall block-style letters. When T-shirts are authorized, then all must be stenciled identically to promote unit identity and professional appearance. This uniform is considered an optional work uniform and falls under the same guidelines as the Working Blue or OD uniform for traveling to and from work.

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Originally posted by FL51D7:
[The only proper sidearm for the kilt is the Sgian Dubh or dirk worn in the top of the right hose.

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Originally posted by FL51D7:
Wouldn't the two handed claymore be the main battle weapon as opposed to the sidearm? I see the relationship of the claymore to the Sgian Dubh as being the same as the relationship of the M-16 to the Sig Sauer P229.

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The closest I can find is the Sport Kilt Commando Kilt in Navy Blue (click the View Fabrics to see the swatch).

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THE ODU IS A GENERAL PURPOSE EVERYDAY UNIFORM THAT IS INTENDED FOR WEAR IN ANY SITUATION THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE A DRESS UNIFORM. IN ADDITION, SINCE THIS UNIFORM MAY BE WORN IN MANY OPERATIONAL SITUATIONS, AND IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN SAFETY AND CONSISTENCY IN APPEARANCE, METAL DEVICES OR ATTACHMENTS WILL NO LONGER BE AUTHORIZED.

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THE ODU SHALL BE IRONED WITHOUT MILITARY CREASES.

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THE ODU UNIFORM WILL BE WORN WITH 8 INCH SAFETY BOOTS, WELL-BLACKENED AND WHEN WORN IN AN OFFICE BOOTS SHALL BE POLISHED TO A SHINE. TUCK AWAY EXCESS LACES SO THEY CAN NOT BE SEEN.

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AFTER 15 JULY 2007, ALL ACCESSORIES WORN ON THE ODU SHALL BE EMBROIDERED.

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THE BASIC RIGGERS BELT (NSN: 8415-01-526-5551), ALSO KNOW AS THE BATTLE DRESS UNIFORM (BDU) BELT, CAN BE PURCHASED THRU THE UDC AND MAY BE WORN AS AN OPTIONAL ITEM ON THE ODU . THIS BELT IS A 1

3/4 INCH BLACK NYLON BELT. WHEN WORN, THE BITTER END SHALL EXTEND 2-4 INCHES PAST THE BELT BUCKLE ON THE WEARERS LEFT. (THIS WILL REQUIRE THE BELT BE PASSED THROUGH THE BELT LOOPS FROM THE RIGHT, THE OPPOSITE OF OTHER MENS BELTS). THE BASIC RIGGERS BELT COMES IN

ONE LENGTH AND NEEDS TO BE CUT TO SIZE. TO DETERMINE THE CORRECT BELT LENGTH, LACE THE BELT THROUGH BELT LOOPS, PASS IT BEHIND THE BELT BAR, THEN FEED IT BACK THROUGH AND OVER THE BELT BAR. FINALLY, PULL TO SECURE. NEXT, MARK THE BELT SO THAT NO MORE THAN 4 INCHES EXTEND PAST THE BUCKLE. MAKE A STRAIGHT CUT ALONG THIS MARK. SINGE THE BITTER END TO AVOID UNRAVELING. THE "BLACK HAWK" RIGGERS BELT IS NOT AUTHORIZED FOR GENERAL WEAR, BUT MAY BE WORN AS ORGANIZATIONAL EQUIPMENT DURING TACTICAL MISSIONS.

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I. THE STANDARD OR UNIT BALL CAP[/b[ SHALL BE WELL-FORMED AND IN GOOD CONDITION WITH NO SOILING, FADING OR TEARS, [b]NOR WILL IT CONTAIN ANY DEVICES OR PINS BEYOND THE COLLAR INSIGNIA OR CG SHIELD AS APPROPRIATE FOR RANK. ALSO, NO ADDITIONAL WRITING ON EITHER THE FRONT OR REAR OF THE CAP IS AUTHORIZED.

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METAL DEVICES OR ATTACHMENTS WILL NO LONGER BE AUTHORIZED.

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Originally posted by RiverAux:

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METAL DEVICES OR ATTACHMENTS WILL NO LONGER BE AUTHORIZED.

I assume that doesn't apply to metal Aux office insignia or the Aux shield worn on the collars?

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Originally posted by bazonkers:
The way I read it, all office insignia will be embroidered. Pin on office "rank" will no longer be allowed. They have embroidered versions of all the office insignia so there shouldn't be an issue.

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To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM - AUXILIARY POLICY CLARIFICATION -012/07

1. ALCOAST 223/07 issued by the Coast Guard Personnel Management Directorate (CG-12) recently updated guidelines for the wear of the Coast Guard Operational Dress Uniform (ODU).

2. The ALCOAST principally targeted ODU wear by Coast Guard active duty and Reserve personnel. Having reviewed the provisions of the ALCOAST with the Coast Guard Uniform Manager, its guidance applies in terms of general maintenance and wear with the following noteworthy clarifications for
Auxiliarists:

a. The optional boat shoe may still be worn in accordance with section 10.H.4. of the Auxiliary Manual ("Operational Dress Uniform");

b. The basic riggers belt described in the ALCOAST may be worn as an optional item on the ODU;

c. Metal Auxiliary accessories remain authorized for wear past July 15, 2007 if embroidered versions do not exist. As embroidered versions are developed and made available through the Auxiliary Center, they will become mandatory.

3. Section 10.H.4. of the Auxiliary Manual will otherwise be updated in the next manual change to address provisions of ALCOAST 223/07.

4. The purpose of this list is to keep Auxiliarists as well as all other
interested parties abreast of current developments, policies, manuals, etc. All information contained herein and linked is OFFICIAL policy and information.

5. Internet Release and Distribution is Authorized.

6. CG-3PCX, sends