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18th May 14, 04:17 PM
#11
My kilt pin is an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor over a claymore that I got from Sport Kilt, of all places. I suppose there's no reason not to wear rank insignia on flashes, but as has been stated before, I've never seen a pin of any kind on flashes. Personally, I don't have my former rank insignia (Corporal.) as any kind of jewelry. If I wear anything, it's either the EGA, or a miniature of the Southwest Asia Service Medal ribbon as a lapel pin.
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18th May 14, 06:56 PM
#12
Why not on your lapel? The Leatherneck tartan with a globe and anchor kilt pin would look quite nice as has been suggested. Truly there are times when less is more and this may be one. It's a safe bet that when this many people "suggest" something, it might be worth while to follow the advice.
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18th May 14, 07:52 PM
#13
Be yourself cousin. Sounds like a fine ideas. Ignore the naysayers....what is important is what you like. There aren't any rules - don't let others make up your rules. Wear them with pride.
Ol' Macdonald himself, a proud son of Skye and Cape Breton Island
Lifetime Member STA. Two time winner of Utilikiltarian of the Month.
"I'll have a kilt please, a nice hand sewn tartan, 16 ounce Strome. Oh, and a sporran on the side, with a strap please."
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19th May 14, 03:39 AM
#14
As a former military man myself, I've observed that those who've "been there and done that" tend to be more restrained, in both speech and dress, than those who haven't.
'A damned ill-conditioned sort of an ape. It had a can of ale at every pot-house on the road, and is reeling drunk. "
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19th May 14, 05:03 AM
#15
I tend to agree with what seems the prevailing opinion. I AM a Marine, I wear the EGA proudly, in various ways, both kilted and in Saxon attire. I wear my ribbons on appropriate occasions. I WAS a Cpl, I am not now, so I don't wear the chevrons.
Geoff Withnell
"My comrades, they did never yield, for courage knows no bounds."
No longer subject to reveille US Marine.
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19th May 14, 05:08 AM
#16
I have always found it somewhat disrespectful when insignia are worn in non-traditional places. Something that belongs on your chest seems devalued when it's worn on your leg.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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19th May 14, 01:44 PM
#17
Exception to the been there - done that observation would be George Smith Patton....
I hold that its an individual decision and no one has a right to make up rules to apply to others.
Ol' Macdonald himself, a proud son of Skye and Cape Breton Island
Lifetime Member STA. Two time winner of Utilikiltarian of the Month.
"I'll have a kilt please, a nice hand sewn tartan, 16 ounce Strome. Oh, and a sporran on the side, with a strap please."
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19th May 14, 03:06 PM
#18
Yes one does... once one has a star or two on one's shoulder! British example: the hat badges (plural) of Field Marshall Montgomery - often noted by historians as incorrect but there nonetheless.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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19th May 14, 05:39 PM
#19
 Originally Posted by Riverkilt
I hold that its an individual decision and no one has a right to make up rules to apply to others.
Right, we get it... But if a guy asks if he should wear a fried egg around on his head, I'm going to tell him that it will look ridiculous.
Just because there are no binding rules doesn't mean that an honest question shouldn't get an honest answer. I'm worried that XMarks advice often defaults to "go for it!" or "you wear it well!" when what the questioner needs to hear is "bad idea."
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19th May 14, 07:46 PM
#20
As well I'm not sure how much the chevrons will be seen if you're walking or moving very much any way. I never really pay much attention to anyone's flashes unless I like colour or pattern. Besides if you were to wear them pinned to your lapel they would be at almost eye level and proudly displayed as you intend.
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