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THE ODU 1 of 8
Member Training – Operational Dress Uniform (ODU) Introduction
Uniform Description (from Chapter 10 of the Auxiliary Manual)H.4. Operational Dress Uniform
The ODU may be worn in any situation where any form of dressuniform is not required or more appropriate and while commuting,including brief stops for gas and drive-through business. Though thereis no weight standard in the Auxiliary, the ODU shall only be worn inCoast Guard standard sizes from Coast Guard standard stock from aCoast Guard exchange or the UDC. ODU substitution look-alikes arenot authorized. Like other Coast Guard uniforms, the ODU must fitproperly (see
Figure 10-30
). For more information on proper ODUwear and care, visit the Chief Director’s web site. (see
Appendix J 
)
H.4.a. Trousers:
ODU trousers bloused with boots, straight with deckshoes are worn.
H.4.b. Belt:
 
A black web belt with subdued black open-faced buckle isworn.
 
H.4.c. Shirt:
Coast Guard blue ODU top with sleeves rolled upaccordion style, with only the cuff showing or down.
H.4.d. Socks:
Socks should be black, undecorated.
H.4.e. Shoes:
Shoe/boot, high top black lace up or The optional boatshoe (dark brown leather) low cut shoe of moccasin type constructionwith functional rawhide lacing, brass eyelets, and nonmarking solemay be worn. Dress oxford (black, lace, plain toe) sole and heel mustbe same color as the shoe. Heel will be no higher than 1 inch.
H.4.f. Insignia:
Sew-on collar devices are worn. [note this is arevision to the former instruction and what is shown in the manual]
H.4.g. Breast Insignia/Devices:
Cloth nametape with “
USCGAUXILIARY
” is sewn above left pocket. Direct embroidery on shirt isnot authorized.
H.4.h. Hat:
A unit baseball cap with metal or sew-on collar devices ora working blue (ODU) utility cap with miniature cap device, or a knitwatch cap (cold weather only) may be worn with this uniform.
H.4.i. Accessories:
The all weather parka, windbreaker, work jacket, trench coat, and wooly-pully or cardigan,with enhanced shoulder boards, may be worn with this uniform.
 
THE ODU 2 of 8
What this means (or what you need for a complete uniform)Complete ODU Uniform Checklist
1. ODU Trousers2. ODU Coat (the top)3. Blue USCGAux t-shirt (or basic blue t-shirt)4. ODU Belt and buckle5. Boots or boat shoes6. Black socks – boot style with boots7. Ball cap (one of the following)
o
USCGAux baseball cap + member or officer device
o
Sector Portland ball cap + member or officer device8. USCGAux member or officer devices, cloth9. Cloth nametape, USCG Auxiliary in silver10. Cloth nametape, your name in silverIt is a significant menu of equipment.
SIZING
Try it on and leave some room for shrinkage. A sizing guide can be found at:http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/g-wp/udc/ODUUniforms.html 
SOURCES OF THE ODU & ODU ACCESORIES
The ODU is available from three sources.
1) The Uniform Distribution Center – Woodbine NJ.
Note: You must have your Auxiliary ID number to order from the UDC
http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/g-wp/udc/  
(or just search for USCG UDC on google)
 
New: SHOP ON-LINE 
Online ordering is now available from the UDC. Click onUSCG UDC Web Storeto gain access. Tologin for the first time, select the "Request / Change Login and Password" link and complete the formin its entirety. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to you indicating your User Name and Password.
Phone orders may be placed from 0800 to 1530 Monday thru Friday eastern standard time.You may use Mastercard, Visa, Discover, or American Express. The UDC stops taking phoneorders at 1530 everyday.To place a phone order, call: 1-800-874-6841 or (609)861-1221The Uniform Distribution Center (UDC) is usually the least expensive way to acquire standard USCG uniformitems. They stock a very limited range of Auxiliary items. Most Auxiliary unique items (auxiliary insignia, hats,etc.) must be purchased from the district stores. See the section that follows on “other items” for sources forthese items.
The UDC stocks:
ODU Coat - $26.90 (See stock book for item number per size)ODU Trousers - $31.10 (See stock book for item number per size)
 
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ODU Belt Buckle - $0.45 (Item BODU)ODU Belt - $2.00 (Item BBODU)ODU Trouser Blousers - $0.40 (Item TB)Boot socks - $1.40/pair (See physical fitness section of the stock book for item number per size)ODU Name & ODU Auxiliary tapes.Blue crew neck t-shirts
2) The Exchange on base (or at Astoria)
The Exchange is open M-Sat until 4pm. The exchange stocks most of the items available at the UDC but onlyin limited sizes. The exchange in Astoria has a more complete inventory. Prices at the exchange are usuallyslightly higher than the UDC.The Exchange does stock a very good deal on boots:Bates boots - $55(Note: BIG-5 also carries a zip up boot ~$25)Boot socks, 3/pair - $4.10
3) Lighthouse Uniform – Seattle
http://www.lighthouseuniform.com/uscga/index.htm
Note: Details for Lighthouse Uniform have been removed. Their pricing is not competitive!
Beyond the ODU – Name tapes
You need two nametapes, one with your last name and one withU.S.C.G. Auxiliary. Name tapes typically come in one of twomaterials, a cotton tape and the same rip-stop as the ODU material.Buy the blue rip-stop (as the sources given here indicate) Buy a fewsets to save on shipping.Name tapes can be purchased from:1) UDCA. $4.12 (group of four) for name tapesB. "USCG AUXILIARY" tape $1.03 each2) THE BENT NEEDLEA. USCG Auxiliary Name on RIP STOP $2.50 ea.B. USCG Auxiliary Tape on Rip Stop $2.50 ea.+ shipping
http://www.bentneedle.net
1444 COMMERCIAL ST.ASTORIA, OR. 97103(503) 325-0638
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