Do Cav Scouts wear Stetsons?

Cavalry Scouts are allowed to wear a Stetson as soon as they graduate OSUT for 19D. Cav Scouts are also allowed to wear spurs as long as they completed the spur ride. Or they were in combat. If they completed the spur ride the spurs are silver.

What is the Cavalry hat called?

Stetson
The “Cav Hat” is a standard black Cavalry hat, Stetson or other appropriate brand, with a 3 inch brim and a black leather chin strap. The chin strap is fastened to the hat cord and goes through the brim. The chin strap is worn behind the wearer’s head unless mounted.

How do you get gold spurs in the army?

Gold or silver spurs….Spur Ride

1. Score a minimum of 270 on the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT).
2. Meet height and weight requirements of AR 600-9.
3. Qualify “Expert” with primary weapon (generally a M9 or M16/M4).
4. Be recommended by a spur holder to the senior Troop/Squadron spur holder.

Do armor officers wear Stetsons?

They are mostly worn by senior NCOs and officers, but junior enlisted can wear them too. Commanders in cavalry units can use their discretion as to when their soldiers can wear their Stetson.

What is the spur ride 1st Cav?

The Spur Ride is an event normally held over multiple days during which a Trooper must pass a series of physical and mental tests that evaluate leadership, technical and tactical proficiency, and the ability to operate as part of a team under high levels of stress and fatigue, under both day and night conditions.

Is there still a cavalry division?

“America’s First Team!” The 1st Cavalry Division (“First Team”) is a combined arms division and is one of the most decorated combat divisions of the United States Army. As of October 2017, the 1st Cavalry Division is subordinate to III Corps and is commanded by Major General John B. Richardson.

Can a 19D Cav Scout wear a Stetson?

Cavalry Scouts are allowed to wear a Stetson as soon as they graduate OSUT for 19D. Cav Scouts are also allowed to wear spurs as long as they completed the spur ride. Or they were in combat. If they completed the spur ride the spurs are silver.

Do you have to wear a Stetson in the Army?

Many units have specific requirements regarding the wear of the Stetson (Spurs also!). Some are memorandums and some are created as an addition to the Army Regulation 670-1 – Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia. 1. Stetson: The Stetson will be black in color. Only rank and regimental or ordinary cavalry brass will adorn the Stetson.

What is the Cavalry Stetson?

The Cavalry Stetson is a Cavalry tradition within the United States Army.

What kind of uniforms do Army Cavalry Scouts wear?

Cavalry Scouts wear the ACU, or Army Combat Uniform. The standard camouflage pattern issued is the OCP ( OEF) Camouflage Pattern, commonly referred to as Multicam. Two unique articles, the stetson hat as well as spurs, can be worn during special events or when directed by the chain of command.