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SEWING BY VETERAN KOREANS
- Full Color With Hook Fastener
- To worn on US Army Combat Uniform
- Genuine U.S. Government issue shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI) patch
- Certified by the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Institute of Heraldry
- Manufactured to exact U.S. Military specifications, standard size
- Proudly made in the U.S.A.
- Please check the Return Policy, Pick up at the Kim’s #1 Sewing & Dry Cleaning
What is a Hook Fastener?
– It is the fastening system.
Which uses two sides of material. The hook portion is the rough and scratchy like side and the loop is the softer fuzzier side. When placing the two sections together, the hook and the loop fabric attach to each other creating a bond, keeping the name tape in place during any activity. But not so strong that the name tape (or any other patch) cannot remove as needed.
18th airborne patch
The unit patch typically goes on the left shoulder. Present unit worn on the LEFT Shoulder in the American Army. The right shoulder reserve for a unit you saw qualifying Combat Operations with. U.S. Army patches are unique in that all Army soldiers are require to wear U.S. Army unit patches as part of their uniform.
MIL-SPEC Regulation
18th airborne patch
Military specifications, or mil-spec, play a role in ensuring the quality, reliability and interoperability of products used by the military. These specifications outline the requirements, standards and guidelines contractors and suppliers must adhere to when developing, manufacturing and procuring items for military applications.
This guide aims to demystify the complexities surrounding mil-spec requirements, enabling businesses to confidently navigate the regulations and ensure compliance with the strict standards set forth by the United States Department of Defense (DOD).
Mil-spec regulations cover a broad spectrum of areas that impact military procurement, from materials and manufacturing processes to packaging and labeling. They establish the performance, safety and compatibility criteria, ensuring that products meet the military’s unique demands and operational requirements.