Wearing authentic military jacket

That's not a jacket. It's a Blouse. It bears the EGA. If you're not a Marine, you haven't earned the right to wear it.

 

Where is the EGA in the photo that you speak of?

 

I don't know, something like 1950s Belgian "brushstroke" camo or Rhodesian 70s/ 80s camo would be cooler.

Tactifools would think you're just some woods rat.

 

Utility blouse. LOL

 

If that's on it, it needs to come off NOW.

 

I had to look up what EGA meant.

Kid at work bought a Ram that has the EGA emblem on the back. I told him if he was smart, I'd remove it. That was a year ago...still on. I'm hoping he gets called out

 

Damn! I didnt see that.

 

I had to look it up too.

I've learned and teach my kids to wear only things they know and understand the meaning of.

 

Why would a plain jacket be disrespectful to wear? That doesn't compute.

 

Same as the yellow vs white background issue in racing.

 

I agree with the chorus. Utility uniforms like BDUs, ACUs etc. with zero insignia, service name, rank, etc. are fine. I can see how they’d be useful to a civilian.

Dress uniform, no way. Unless you were issued it in a prior life and wear it properly.

 

There are some beebers who feel that trackday riders shouldnt have white backgrounds because they haven't "earned" the white background.

 

I'd go even further. The "No name on the back of your leathers as a novice" deal.

 

Only one EGA is a sure way to get knocked off. We all know a real Marine will let you know they’re a Marine...a lot.


Before some Marines burn me at the stake, thanks for everything, I just find it funny that many Marines can put more stickers on their vehicle then even the proudest Harley owner.

 

I have a few BDU's that I wear when chain sawing or doing heavy yard work. They're decent protection and last forever.

 

Ive been here a while and forgot the reasoning why this is