marine corps uniform regulations - US

MARINE CORPS UNIFORM REGULATIONS 1008
1008
outlets will not normally be issued approval numbers unless they fabricate a
uniform item on their own.
3. The term "cloth of adopted standard" refers to the standard sealed
samples of fabrics in the custody of the CG, MARCORSYSCOM (PM, ICE). All
fabric used in standard issue and optional uniform clothing must be approved
by the CMC. DSCP manages the supply support of all issue fabrics. Optional
fabric samples submitted to CG, MARCORSYSCOM (PM, ICE) MARCORYSCOM (ICE) by
textile mills and/or distributors must be certified by an independent textile
testing agency.
4. The CG, MARCORSYSCOM (PM, ICE) has been delegated the responsibility for
the preparation and maintenance of detailed specifications and drawings for
all articles of uniform, insignia, and accessories prescribed for wear by
Marines. Standard samples of uniforms, fabrics, insignia, and accessories,
as approved by the CMC, will be held by the CG, MCLB Albany. Articles
procured, manufactured, or issued will conform in every respect to the
standard samples, and no change will be permitted without CMC approval.
5. Marine Corps Exchanges and individuals authorized to purchase uniforms
from sources other than the DoD Supply System may procure materials and
findings upon direct application to the CG, MARCORSYSCOM (PM, ICE). Patterns
and specifications may be obtained without cost upon request.
6. Sale of Marine Corps uniform materials for the manufacture of uniforms
for enlisted personnel is not authorized, except when enlisted personnel are
authorized to wear officer-type uniforms and then therefore are also
authorized to procure officer uniform materials, findings, patterns, and
specifications.
1008. ALTERATIONS
1. Alterations to uniform clothing to improve fit are authorized; however,
such alterations will not change the intended appearance or function of the
garment as designed. Wearing improperly altered uniform clothing is
prohibited.
2. Alterations to uniform clothing of enlisted personnel will be made at
Government expense when authorized by organization supply officers according
to instructions in the current edition of TM-10120-15/1, Technical Manual for
Uniform Fitting and Alteration.
3. Care should be taken when contracting alteration services from a
commercial vendor so that unauthorized or unneeded alteration procedures are
not included in the contract. Uniforms are designed so as to minimize
alteration costs. Alteration contracts can be reviewed periodically by
contacting the CG, MARCORSYSCOM (PM, ICE). Reports of an excessive number of
fitting sessions are an indication that there may be problems with the
alteration process.
4. Commanders will ensure that all alterations, either at Government expense
or at the individual's expense, conform to the spirit and intent of these
regulations. Every effort will be made to ensure that proper tailoring
facilities are available to all personnel of the command. Personnel will be
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