We all love her, no 'chit, Joe.
Was her husband old ... like WW2 old??? And really skinny??? If so, I think I remember him, or maybe it was just another place run by an ol' 7th Fleet ex-pat along the right side of the road to Subic City ...
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The Great Flight Jacket Thread (wearing/buying Leather, NOMEX, WEP jackets/patches)
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Was her husband old ... like WW2 old??? And really skinny??? If so, I think I remember him, or maybe it was just another place run by an ol' 7th Fleet ex-pat along the right side of the road to Subic City ...
I honestly don't know why the Navy doesn't have a similar jacket to the Nomex one (something in blue as opposed to green), because the other uniform jackets suck. The Ike is only good when it's above 30 degrees and dry. Raining, forget about it. The long raincoat makes you look like a wannabe Gestapo member, and the bridgecoat is too formal. The green Nomex keeps you warm and dry, so I don't necessarily blame other communities for wanting to wear it. Why doesn't the Navy have a uniform jacket that doesn't suck?
It would also be nice if they made a trenchcoat style coat like the Marines have. It's nice to see Marines walking around in their trenchcoats...they look professional. If it's pouring rain, I'd rather get wet then wear the all weather coat (don't even own one).
Agreed. The All Weather Coat looks like ass. I'm not sure I'd consider the Nomex waterproof, though. Didn't seem to be better than the Ike as far as rain, but I haven't worn an Ike in a long while.
No kidding? Even in the 60’s we had a nice double breasted style trench coat for wet weather. I never wore it, but we enlisted were issued the thing. It was navy blue, with the same style buttons that were on the pea coat.
Ah the pea coat what a great jacket! Fully lined heavy wool, fit good, felt nice to wear, and looked great! Big ‘ole flip up collar for those windy days, and really warm during cold weather. Does the navy still issue pea coats?
Today for work I wear a green nylon flight jacket from “Flight Suits” in California. Love it! It’s great! It’s light weight, warm and waist length, so it’s comfortable while driving. Downfalls are; it’s nylon so it generates enough static to power a lamp. And, I’m always asked what that Velcro thing on my left chest is for.
No patches though, even though I’ve earned a few, and own them. I just don’t want to explain to a civilian what they all stand for. I just like the jacket for practical reasons.
Steve
Yeah, because the 1 time I've worn it outside TBS in the past decade made me realize the utility of it.
Strangest thing is when you see enlisted Marines wearing it over cammies.
Redux
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We all love her, no 'chit, Joe.
Was her husband old ... like WW2 old??? And really skinny??? If so, I think I remember him, or maybe it was just another place run by an ol' 7th Fleet ex-pat along the right side of the road to Subic City ...
Skinny, dark hair probably a WW2 type. Her, her shit didn't stink and she ruled the roost.
Oh yeah, the GOOD part about the place was the "hotel" was in the same bldg on the second deck. It was actually on Rizal (I think) on the LH side. Ever pull SP down in "The Jungle"?
That was my very first Shore Patrol -- I think it was kinda like an "initiation" for young officers.
Redux
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That was my very first Shore Patrol -- I think it was kinda like an "initiation" for young officers.
The ONE place a young white third class did NOT want to get into a fight. You might want to explain what "The Jungle" was to the uninformed since I can't do it with your eloquence. (yes, this is a cop out)
phrogpilot73
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I don't know the ins and outs, but I know that PSW has a green flight jacket from her SWO days. Apparently, it's either easier or cheaper to get them then the big blue jackets you see them running around the ship in. My guess is the nametag is so he doesn't look like a douchenozzle with just a strip of velcro...
Nomex jackets have the advantage of being available through the supply system, but my boat preferred the Mustang foulie jackets. Lined with kapok - so warm as all hell and would theoretically keep you afloat - reflective strips, all that jazz. And they put the name of your boat on the back for free, so big pimpin', shoe-style.
Depends on the Captain. If he likes the nomex jackets, fair game for all. If he don't, then it's "nice jacket, Maverick."
Depends on the Captain. If he likes the nomex jackets, fair game for all. If he don't, then it's "nice jacket, Maverick."
Strangest thing is when you see enlisted Marines wearing it over cammies.
I've seen enlisted guys wearing it over their cammies a handful of times. The people I see it the most from though is Marine O-4s, particularly XO types. I never heard them called "hinge" in the Marine Corps, but it is sure as hell appropriate.
Just while we are on the subject of coats.....get you winter weight nomex coat while you are in training (pre-RAG). It is a nice piece of gear, and I know at least at Whidbey, they won't issue you one. Yet they will issue you one in Meridian....hmm....
It's warm and toasty.
It's warm and toasty.