Is Scorpion OCP authorized?
Is Scorpion OCP authorized?
Scorpion was simply the development name of the pattern before they decided on OCP as the official name. As long as the purchased uniforms are in compliance with AR 670-1 and the aforementioned reference, you’ll be fine.
Is it legal to wear military surplus?
The US Government passed the Stolen Valor Act in 2005. The Act made it illegal to wear or falsely claim to have received any military medal or decoration without authorization. A civilian can legally wear a military uniform if they do not wear it while committing fraud or any other deceitful act.
How do you wear ranks on patrol caps?
Locate the position on the front of the ACU patrol cap where the rank insignia will be attached and temporarily pin it into place with one or two safety pins. According to U.S. Army Regulations AR 607-1, the rank insignia must be worn centered both horizontally and vertically on the front of the cap.
Is the OCP patrol CAP approved by the Army?
The OCP Patrol Cap is manufactured to military specifications and is approved by the U.S. Army for use. Loop fastener strip on the back for attachment of nametape (sold separately) There are NOT Multicam, but the Army’s OCP/Scorpion pattern.
What kind of CAP do you wear in OCP?
Complete your uniform with an ACU Patrol Cap in Scorpion OCP. Sewn to military specification FQ/PD 04-14, this patrol cap is NIR compliant and features an interior pocket for maps or other documents.
When did the Scorpion pattern come out for the Army?
In addition to giving our military more protection while they are in combat the joint branch adoption of the OCP or Scorpion W2 pattern gives the Army and Air Force a standard camouflage pattern. For Army soldiers, the OCP camo or Scorpion W2 pattern became available for purchase starting in July 2015.
What kind of fabric is a patrol cap made of?
Sewn to military specification FQ/PD 04-14, this patrol cap is NIR compliant and features an interior pocket for maps or other documents. The 50% nylon/50% cotton ripstop fabric is quarpel treated for water repellency.