I was looking through some old threads for info regarding my commissioning uniform. There was alot of good info. Mainly the advice was to stay away from the Marine Shop. They are alot more pricey, and some of the items in the package seemed uneccessary (a long sleeve collarless shirt for under a blue blouse?).
Regardless, I've decided to commission in blues and have a question about the Sam Browne belt. The Marine shop lists theirs at $140 and the MCX at $70. Does anyone have any insight as to the quality differences between the two?
Also, why is a garrison cover $130 at the Marine Shop when I can get a frame, vinyl cover, gold chin strap, EGA and post screws for about $85 through the exchange. Again, is the Marine Shop just trying to get one over on a boot ass lieutenant or is there a significant difference there?
Any help would be appreciated on those two items specifically. Thanks and Semper Fi, Doc
Regardless, I've decided to commission in blues and have a question about the Sam Browne belt. The Marine shop lists theirs at $140 and the MCX at $70. Does anyone have any insight as to the quality differences between the two?
Also, why is a garrison cover $130 at the Marine Shop when I can get a frame, vinyl cover, gold chin strap, EGA and post screws for about $85 through the exchange. Again, is the Marine Shop just trying to get one over on a boot ass lieutenant or is there a significant difference there?
Any help would be appreciated on those two items specifically. Thanks and Semper Fi, Doc