marine corps uniform regulations - US

10110
10-6
MARINE CORPS UNIFORM REGULATIONS
3. Synthetic Leather Shoes. For normal care, these shoes may be cleaned by
wiping with a damp cloth or sponge. Occasional polishing with paste wax or
cream polishes may be required; however, excess dust and dirt should be
removed before polishing. Use liquid polish with care to avoid streaking.
For white synthetic shoes use a good polish in moderate amounts. To cover
abrasion or scuff marks, apply a paste wax shoe polish, and then paste wax.
Stains should be wiped off as quickly as possible, and then cleaned. For
stubborn stains, try lighter fluid. On white synthetic shoes, a mild
abrasive cleaner may be used if rubbed gently. Do not use chlorinated
cleaners, bleaches, or harsh abrasives. For cleaning, never use acetone,
nail polish remover, chlorinated dry cleaning solvents, or alcohol. When in
doubt about a cleaner or polish, try a little on the instep, close to the
sole.
4. Marine Corps Combat Boots (MCCBs). The brown MCCB (TW) and MCCB (HW)
should be kept clean by using a stiff bristle brush to remove mud and dirt
and then rinsing with plain water. Allow the boots to naturally dry by
placing them in cool, dry area with good air circulation. Use of forced hot
air to dry boots will stiffen the leather and cause cracks. Application of
special treatments, such as waterproofing sealants and wax polish will seal
pores and restrict breathing of the leather and is not authorized. Other
treatments such as leather conditioning and saddle soap will cause excessive
and permanent fading or darkening of the brown leather tanning and is not
authorized. The use of edge dressing is prohibited. Spots worn smooth
by excessive wear may be gently abraded with either a wire-bristle brush or
rough-grain sandpaper until they have a surface area consistent with the
other areas of the leather upper.
10108. GREEN UNDERSHIRTS
1. Although the dyed cotton material used in green undershirt has a strong
tendency to fade, proper laundering and care will eliminate or reduce the
probability of this occurring. However, fading/discoloration alone does not
render the undershirt unserviceable.
2. Launder the green undershirt using the permanent press cycle or hand wash
in cold or warm water. Do not use bleach or detergents that contain
bleaching agents. Tumble dry on the permanent press cycle, drip dry on a
rust-proof hanger, or line dry out of the sun's direct rays. Allowing the
undershirt to come in contact with oxidizing agents, such as benzyl peroxide
(used in most acne medications) may cause spots that cannot be removed
without ruining the shirt.
10109. KHAKI WEB BELTS. When belts are laundered, shrinkage is a normal
reaction of untreated webbing. To compensate for shrinkage, the belts are
manufactured in two lengths, 45 and 50 inches. Belts should be washed at
least three times before cutting to normal waist size. To prevent excess
shrinkage after laundering, hand stretch the belts while wet.
10110. STORING WOMEN'S SERVICE AND DRESS CAPS. Utilize the packaging
material (tissue paper and chipboard cylinder) as it was originally used for
storing. The cap should fit snugly within the box, with