Should I buy the ASUs or the new Greens for an upcoming formal graduation ceremony?

SPC James Dierickx — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 02:33:36 -0500

hi I am a veteran of US Army. My son is a Midshipman at US Naval Academy. when he is commissioned and graduates. I told him will wear my enlisted uniform and give him his first salute. I am way out of AR 600-9 Compliance lol :) and cant fit into my old Army Green Uniform. And will need to buy a whole new dress uniform for formal ceremnies like this would the right uniform be ASU Blue one Junior Enlisted or the NEW GREEN?

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2020 4:52 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 04:52:41 -0500

Both are appropriate for the event, I would recommend basing your derision on cost / personal preference as this will probably be the only time you wear it.
I have seen veterans give officers their first salute in civilian attire, also an option.

Response by MAJ Javier Rivera made Jan 27 at 2020 6:56 AM

MAJ Javier Rivera — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:56:10 -0500

Buying a used ASU would be your best option.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2020 7:02 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 07:02:33 -0500

The new Army Green Uniform is not yet authorized beyond the Soldiers testing it, I have also yet to see it available commercially. As LTC Private RallyPoint Member said the blue uniform should be widely available used, you may also be able to find the uniform from your era of service in the pre-owned market.

Response by CPT Andrew Wright made Jan 27 at 2020 7:40 AM

CPT Andrew Wright — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 07:40:32 -0500

I would not fit in the uniform I wore as a Specialist either. Congratulations on your son graduating from a service academy (even if it is Navy). The ASU dress blue uniform would get my vote as well. It will be around for a few more years and I have seen used sets at the surplus store for under thirty dollars.