Headquarters California State Military Reserve

California Military Department Regulation 670-1

Instruction 36-2903

California State Military Reserve

Sacramento, CA
1 April 2008 Effective 1 April 2008

Uniforms and Insignia

WEAR AND APPEARANCE OF CALIFORNIA STATE MILITARY RESERVE
UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA

FOR THE GOVERNOR:

WILLIAM H. WADE, II.

Major General
The Adjutant General

OFFICIAL:

LOUIS A. LALLO
COL, GS, CSMR
Director of Personnel
History. This regulation supersedes Section C, CA
SMR Manual 100-1 (1 December 2001).
Summary. This regulation prescribes the policies and
procedures for the wear of the California State
Military Reserve (CSMR) uniforms.
Applicability. This regulation applies to the Army and
Air Components of the CSMR.
Proponent and exception authority. The
proponent and exception authority for this regulation
is the Commander, CSMR. Supplementation and
any exceptions to this regulation are prohibited
without prior written approval from the Commander,
CSMR.
Interim changes. Interim changes to this regulation
must be approved by the Commander, CSMR.
Suggested improvements. Users are invited to
send comments and suggested improvements on
DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to
Publications and Blank Forms), directly to the
Personnel Section, HQCSMR (CASR-P).

Distribution. Distribution of this regulation is CA

SMR-Army and Air.

Contents (Listed by paragraph and page number)

CHAPTER 1
Introduction
Purpose – 1-1, page 1
References – 1-2, page 1
Explanation of abbreviations and terms – 1-3, page 1
General – 1-4, page 1
Policy – 1-5, page 1
Appearance – 1-6, page 2
Height and Weight Standards – 1-7, page 2

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CHAPTER 2
Army Component Uniforms
Authorization to Wear – 2-1, page 2
Army Utility Uniforms – 2-2, page 2
Army Service Uniform – 2-3, page 2
Army Blue Mess and Blue Evening Mess Uniforms– 2-4, page 2

CHAPTER 3
Army Component Uniform Accessories, Insignia, and Accouterments
Buttons – 3-1, page 2
Coats, black, all weather (male and Female) and windbreaker, black – 3-2, page 3
ECWCS (Gortex) parka – 3-3, page 3
Headgear – 3-4, page 4
Headgear Insignia – 3-5, page 4-5
CA Insignia – 3-6, page 6
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia-California State Military Reserve – 3-7, page 6
Distinctive Unit Insignia – 3-8, page 6
Regimental Distinctive Insignia – 3-9, page 7
Insignia, distinguishing, California State Military Reserve nametape and nameplate – 3-10, page 7

CHAPTER 4
Air Component Uniforms
Authorization for Wear – 4-1, page 7
Air Force Utility Uniforms – 4-2, page 8
Air Force Service Dress Uniforms – 4-3, page 8
Air Force Mess Dress Uniform – 4-4, page 8

CHAPTER 5
Air Component Uniform Accessories, Insignia, and Accouterments
All-weather coat (blue) and lightweight blue jacket – 5-1, page 8
Gortex parka – 5-2, page 9
Service Cap Insignia – 5-3, page 9
CA Insignia – 5-4, page 10
Distinctive Unit Insignia – 5-5, page 10
Name Tags – 5-6, page 10
CSMR Tapes – 5-7, page 11
Organizational Unit Patch – 5-8, page 11

CHAPTER 6
Minimum Uniform Requirements
Officer Uniform Requirements – 6-1, page 11
Enlisted Uniform Requirements – 6-2, page 11

Appendixes

A. References, page 12

B. Officer Uniform Requirements, page 13

C. Clothing Bag List, page 14-16

Table List

Table B–1: List of major components, Army Component, page 12

Table B–2: List of major components, Air Component, page 12
Table B–3: Accessories, page 12

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Table C–1: Clothing bag list, Army Component, page 13
Table C–2: List of major components, Air Component Male, page 14
Table C–3: List of major components, Air Component Female, page 15

Figure List

Figure 3-1: CSMR Eureka buttons, page 3

Figure 3-2: Wear of CA insignia on shoulder loops, page 3
Figure 3-3: Wear of grade insignia and CA insignia on ECWCS parka front tab, page 3
Figure 3-4: CSMR flash, page 4
Figure 3-5: CSMR Army service cap insignia, Commissioned Officer, Male, page 4
Figure 3-6: CSMR Army service cap insignia, Warrant Officer, Male and Female, page 4
Figure 3-7: CSMR Army service cap insignia, Enlisted, Male, page 5
Figure 3-8: CSMR Army service cap insignia, Commissioned Officer, Female, page 5
Figure 3-9: CSMR Army service cap insignia, Enlisted, Female, page 5
Figure 3-10: CA, Army insignia, Officer, page 6
Figure 3-11: CA, Army insignia, Enlisted, page 6
Figure 3-12: CSMR shoulder sleeve insignia, page 6
Figure 3-13: CSMR Distinctive unit insignia, page7
Figure 3-14: Insignia, distinguishing, CSMR tape, page 7
Figure 3-15: CSMR Army nameplate, page 7
Figure 5-1: Wear of CA insignia on shoulder loops, page 8
Figure 5-2: Wear of grade insignia and CA insignia on Gortex parka front tab, page 9
Figure 5-3: CSMR Air service cap insignia, Commissioned Officers (Male and Female), page 9
Figure 5-4: CSMR Air service cap insignia, Enlisted (Male and Female), page 9
Figure 5-5: CA, Air insignia, Officer, page 10
Figure 5-6: CA, Air insignia, Enlisted, page 10
Figure 5-7: CSMR Distinctive unit insignia, page 10
Figure 5-8: CSMR Air blue shirt nametag, page 10
Figure 5-9: CSMR Air service dress and pullover sweater nametag, page 11
Figure 5-10: CSMR Air name tape, page 11
Figure 5-11: CSMR Air organizational patch, page 11

Glossary page 17

Section I, Abbreviations page 17

Section II, Terms page 17-18

Section III, Special Abbreviations and Terms page 19

Index page 20

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CHAPTER 1
Introduction

1-1 Purpose
This regulation prescribes the authorization for wear, composition, and classification of uniforms of the Army
Component and Air Component. It also prescribes the wear of the awards, uniform accessories, badges,
insignias and accouterments authorized on CSMR uniforms,

1-2 References
Required and related publications are listed in appendix A.

1–3. Explanation of abbreviations and terms

Abbreviations and special terms used in this regulation are explained in the glossary.

1–4. General
a. The California Military and Veterans Code, Section 120, states “The militia of the State shall consist of the
National Guard, State Military Reserve, and the Naval Militia--which constitute the active militia—and the
unorganized militia.”
b. United States Code Title 32, Chapter 1, Section 109 authorizes states to maintain a defense force in addition
to its National Guard. The California State Military Reserve (CSMR) is California’s State Defense Force (SDF).
c. Army Regulation AR 670-1 prescribes the Department of the Army (DA) polices and procedures for the
wearing of the Army Uniform. AR 670-1 Paragraph 30-8c states:
“State defense forces (SDF) may adopt the Army service and BDU uniforms, provided all service uniform
buttons, cap devices, and other insignia differ significantly from that prescribed for wear by members of
the U.S. Army. State insignia will not include “United States,” “U.S.,” “U.S. Army,” or the Great Seal of
the United States. Personnel of the SDF may wear a State-designed SDF distinguishing badge or
insignia centered on the left pocket flap. The red nametape or nameplate will include the full title of the
SDF (for example, “Texas State Guard”). The utility uniforms will contain a State SDF tape in lieu of
“U.S. Army” over the left breast pocket. States wishing to adopt the Army service and utility uniforms will
register with the Chief, National Guard Bureau.”
d. Department of the Army memo DAPE-HR-IR dated 28 Apr 2006 authorized the CSMR Army Component to
adopt the Army blue, blue mess, and blue evening dress uniforms with significant distinctive modifications.
e. The Adjutant General of California memo CAAG dated 22 March 2007 and National Guard Bureau memo
NGB-J5 dated 2 July 2007 registered the CSMR Army Component uniform with the Chief, National Guard
Bureau in accordance with AR 670-1, Sec 30-8c.
f. Department of the Air Force memo dated 13 September 2007 authorized the CSMR Air Component to adopt
the Air Force service dress, mess dress, battle dress uniforms, and future airman battle uniform and Heritage
jacket with significant distinctive modifications

1-5 Policy
a. The CSMR uniforms will be worn in accordance with AR 670-1 and AFI 36-2903 including all provisions of
those regulations, changes, supplements, or interim implementing instructions pending the next update to those
regulations, except for the significantly distinct changes listed in this regulation. This includes the adopting of
new U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force uniforms as they are adopted by the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force and
phased in.
b. Currently the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force are implementing new combat and service dress uniforms. The
Army Combat Uniform (ACU) is being phased in by the U.S. Army and the Airman Battle Uniform (ABU) is being
phased in by the U.S. Air Force as the replacements for the Army and Air Force Battle Dress Uniforms (BDU).
The CSMR Army Component will follow the U.S. Army time line for the ACU phase in and mandatory wear date
and the CSMR Air Component will follow the U.S. Air Force time line for ABU phase in and mandatory wear date.
The ACU will be worn in accordance with the Department of the Army (DA) messages implementing its wear, to
include the wearing of the American flag on the right sleeve. The ABU will be worn in accordance with the
Department of the Air Force implementing instructions on its wear. The CSMR will follow the time lines and
implementation instructions for phasing in the Army Service Uniform (ASU) and the Air Force Heritage Jacket as
they are published.
c. All authorized federal, state, and foreign decorations; service medals, awards, and ribbons; unit awards and
citations; marksmanship badges and tabs; combat and special skill badges and tabs; identification badges;

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foreign badges; aeronautical and space badges; duty badges; miscellaneous badges; occupational badges;
chaplain badges and insignias; other qualification badges; other uniform devices; and appurtenances that an
individual is authorized to wear will be worn in accordance with the AR 670-1 and AFI 36-2903.
d. Other than the distinctive modifications listed in Chapters 2 and 4, there will be no other modifications,
deletions, or additions made to any uniform.

1-6. Appearance
CSMR personnel in the Army Component will follow the appearance and grooming standards in AR 670-1 and
CSMR personnel in the Air Component will follow the appearance and grooming standards in AFI 36-2903.

1-7. Height and Weight Standards

All CSMR personnel will conform to the height and weight standards prescribed in CSMR Reg 600-9.

CHAPTER 2
Army Component Uniforms

2-1. Authorization for wear

The uniform for the CSMR Army Component will be the Army utility, service, and dress uniforms worn in
accordance with AR 670-1 with the following significantly distinct changes only.

2-2. Army Utility Uniforms

The “U.S. ARMY” nametape over the left breast pocket will be replaced with a nametape which will read
“CALIFORNIA”. (Para 3-8)

2-3. Army Service Uniform

a. The “U.S.” insignia will be replaced with a “CA” insignia. (Para 3-3)
b. All authorized “U.S. Army buttons” will be replaced with California State “Eureka” buttons. (Para 3-1)
c. The black nameplate will be replaced with a red nameplate which will read as follows: (Para 3-8)

NAME
CA State Military Reserve

d. The “U.S. Army” headgear insignia will be replaced with the CSMR headgear insignia on the service cap.
(Para 3-5)

2-4. Army Blue Mess and Blue Evening Mess Uniforms

a. All authorized “U.S. Army buttons” will be replaced with California State “Eureka” buttons. (Para 3-1)
b. The CSMR Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) will be worn on the right lapel centered ½ inch below the
notch in the lapel. (Para 3-6)
c. The “U.S. Army” headgear insignia will be replaced with the CSMR headgear insignia on the service cap.
(Para 3-3)

CHAPTER 3
Army Component Uniform Accessories, Insignia, and Accouterments

3-1. Buttons
The CSMR buttons are yellow gold plated California State “Eureka” buttons with the seal of California
superimposed (see fig 3-1).

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 Figure 3-1, CSMR Eureka buttons

3-2. Coats, black, all weather (male and female) and windbreaker, black
Enlisted personnel will wear a CA insignia on the all weather coat and windbreak, centered on the shoulder loops
an equal distance from the outside shoulder seam to the outside edge of the button, with the base of the CA
insignia toward the outside shoulder seam. Officers will wear a CA insignia centered on the shoulder loops, an
equal distance from the inside edge of their grade insignia to the outside edge of the button, with the base of the
insignia toward the outside shoulder seam (see fig 3-2). (Para 3- 6)

Figure 3-2, wear of CA insignia on shoulder loops

3-3. ECWCS (Gortex) parka

On the ECWCS parka, only the pin-on subdued grade insignia will be worn. A pin-on subdued CA insignia will
be worn above the grade insignia. The grade insignia and the CA insignia are worn centered on the front tab of
the parka, an equal distance from the bottom point of the front tab, top seam of the front tab, and equal distance
between the grade insignia and the CA insignia, with the base of the CA insignia toward the bottom of the front
tab (See figure 3-3). (Para 3-6)

Figure 3-3, wear of grade insignia and CA insignia on ECWCS parka front tab

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3–4. Headgear
a. Beret.
(1) The black beret is the basic headgear for the CSMR. Soldiers who are not authorized wear of the green
beret will wear the black beret. All Special Forces qualified personnel (Those carrying the Special Forces MOS’s
of 18A, CMF 18, and CSMS reclassified from 18C to 00Z) are authorized to wear the green beret.)

(2) The CSMR flash is the only flash authorized for wear on the beret. The CSMR flash is royal blue with the
yellow-red-yellow slash from upper left to lower right (see fig 3-2). All Special Forces qualified personnel who are
authorized to wear the green beret will wear the CSMR flash.

Figure 3-4, CSMR flash

3-5. Headgear Insignia

a. Service Cap, Army Blue, male personnel. Male personnel will wear the following insignia.
(1) Commissioned officers. The insignia is the partial coat of arms of the United States with the seal of California
superimposed on the top, 2 3/8 inches in height, gold-colored metal (see fig 3-5).

Figure 3-5, CSMR Army service cap insignia, commissioned officer, male

(2) Warrant officers. The insignia is an eagle rising with wings displayed, standing on a bundle of two arrows,
enclosed in a wreath with the seal of California superimposed in the center. The insignia is 1 1/2 inches in
height, in gold-colored metal (see fig 3–6).

Figure 3-6, CSMR Army service cap insignia, warrant officer, male and female.

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(3) Enlisted personnel. The insignia is a plain, gold-colored disk, 1 1/2 inches in diameter, with a gold-colored
metal partial coat of arms of the United States with the seal of California superimposed on the top attached to the
disk (see fig 3-7).

Figure 3-7. CSMR Army service cap insignia, enlisted, male

b. Service hat, Army blue, female personnel. Female personnel will wear the following headgear insignia.
(1) Commissioned officers. The insignia is the partial coat of arms of the United States with the seal of California
superimposed on the top, 1 5/8 inches in height, in gold colored metal (see fig 3-8).

Figure 3-8. CSMR Army service cap insignia, commissioned officer, female

(2) Warrant officers. The insignia is an eagle rising with wings displayed, standing on a bundle of two arrows,
enclosed in a wreath with the seal of California superimposed in the center. The insignia is 1 1/2 inches in height,
in gold-colored metal (see fig 3-6).
(3) Enlisted personnel. The insignia is the partial coat of arms of the United States with seal of California
superimposed on top, within a ring that is 1 3/4 inches in diameter, in gold-colored metal (see fig 3-9).

Figure 3-9. CSMR Army service cap insignia, enlisted female

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c. Beret black/green. Personnel will wear the following insignia on berets:
(1) Special Forces soldiers wear the CSMR flash on their berets. All other soldiers wear the CSMR flash on the
black beret (see para 3–2a (2)).
(2) Officers wear non-subdued grade insignia centered on the flash; chaplains wear their branch insignia.
(3) Enlisted personnel wear the CSMR DUI centered on the flash. Special Forces soldiers will wear the Special
Forces Command DUI on the flash.

3-6. CA Insignia
a. All officers. The CA insignia consists of the block letters, “CA” in gold-colored metal, 7/16 inch in height,
without periods following the letters (see fig 3-10).

Figure 3-10. CA Army insignia, officer

b. Enlisted personnel. The enlisted CA insignia consists of the block letters “CA” in gold-colored metal, 7/16 inch
in height, without periods following each letter. The “CA” is placed on a 1-inch diameter disk in gold-colored
metal (see fig 3-11).

Figure 3-11. CA Army insignia, enlisted

c. The subdued CA insignia is identical to the non-subdued officers CA insignia described above, except the
insignia has a dull, flat black finish. (Para 3-4a)

3-7. Shoulder sleeve insignia-California State Military Reserve

Shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI) design approved and authorized for the CSMR, and prescribed for wear on the
service and utility uniforms is the California National Guard State Area Command SSI with the letters “CA”
embroidered on the bottom (see fig 3-12).

Figure 3-12, CSMR shoulder sleeve insignia

3-8. Distinctive unit insignia

Distinctive unit insignia (DUI) approved and authorized for the CSMR and prescribed for wear on the service and
dress uniforms of personnel in the CSMR is the California National Guard State Area Command DUI with the
letters “CA” superimposed on the bottom (see fig 3-13).

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 Figure 3-13, CSMR distinctive unit insignia

3-9. Regimental distinctive insignia

Regimental distinctive insignia (RDI) of a design approved by the Institute of Heraldry, U.S. Army, are authorized
and prescribed for wear by all soldiers affiliated with a regiment or whole-corps regiment, as authorized in NGR
600–82, CAL ARNGR 600-82, and CSMR 600-82 only. No other RDI’s will be worn.

3-10. Insignia, distinguishing, California State Military Reserve nametape and nameplate
a. Insignia, distinguishing, California State Military Reserve.
(1) For woodland camouflage or olive-green (OG) uniforms, the insignia is a woven tape of olive-green cloth, 1
inch wide, with the inscription “CALIFORNIA” in black block letters, 3/4 inch high.
(2) As an option, soldiers may purchase and wear 1-inch wide tape with embroidered 3/4 -inch block letters. The
length of the California State Military Reserve distinguishing insignia tape is 4 1/2 inches, or it extends to the
edge of the pocket flap when sewn on the uniform (see fig 3-14). Personnel are not authorized to have the word
CALIFORNIA embroidered directly on the uniform.
(3) For the ACU the “CALIFORNIA” tape will be black embroidery on the ACU universal camouflage pattern
digitized fabric with hook fastener. The finished length will be 5 inches (see fig 3-14).

Figure 3-14, Insignia, distinguishing, CSMR tape

b. Nameplate.
The nameplate is a red (manufacture stock of Rowmark Inc. manufacture stock Textures #822-622 ruby/white),
laminated plastic plate, 1 inch by 3 inches, 1/16 inch thick, with a white border not to exceed 1/32 inch in width.
Lettering is block type, indented white lettering, and centered on the plate. It will have two lines. The 1st line will
be the individual’s last name in all capital block letters, 5/16 inch in height; the 2nd line will read “CA State
Military Reserve” in upper/lower case block letters, 3/16 inch in height. Textured non-gloss finish is the only
authorized finish on the nameplate (see fig 3-15).

Figure 3-15, CSMR Army nameplate

CHAPTER 4
Air Component Uniforms

4-1. Authorization for wear

The uniform for the CSMR Air Component will be the Air Force utility, service dress, and mess dress uniforms
worn in accordance with AFI 36-2903 with the following significantly distinct changes only.

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4-2. Air Force Utility Uniforms
The “U.S. AIR FORCE” nametape over the left breast pocket will be replaced with a nametape which will read
“CALIFORNIA”. (Para 5-6)

4-3. Air Force Service Dress Uniform

a. The “U.S.” insignia will be replaced with a “CA” insignia. (Para 5-4)
b. The one line service dress and pullover sweater silver nametag will be replaced with a two line red nametag
which will read as follows: (Para 5-6)

NAME
CA State Military Reserve

c. The one line blue shirt ultramarine blue name tag will be replaced with a two line red name tag which will
read as follows: (Para 5-6)

NAME
CA State Military Reserve

4-4 Air Force Mess Dress Uniform

The CSMR Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) will be worn on the right side of the jacket in the same relative position
as duty or miscellaneous badges are worn on the left side of the jacket. (Para 5-5)

4-5 Headgear
Service Cap. The “U.S. Air Force” service cap insignia will be replaced with the CSMR service cap insignia on
the service cap. (Para 5-3)

CHAPTER 5
Air Component Uniform Accessories, Insignia, and Accouterments

5-1. All-weather coat (blue) and lightweight blue jacket

Enlisted personnel will wear a CA insignia on the all weather coat and windbreak, centered on the shoulder loops
an equal distance from the outside shoulder seam to the outside edge of the button, with the base of the CA
insignia toward the outside shoulder seam. Officers will wear a CA insignia centered on the shoulder loops, an
equal distance from the inside edge of their grade insignia to the outside edge of the button, with the base of the
insignia toward the outside shoulder seam (see fig 5-1). (Para 5-4)

Figure 5-1, Wear of CA insignia on shoulder loops

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5-2. Gortex parka
On the Gortex parka, only the pin-on subdued grade insignia will be worn. A pin-on subdued CA insignia will be
worn above the grade insignia. The grade insignia and the CA insignia are worn centered on the front tab of the
parka, an equal distance from the bottom point of the front tab, top seam of the front tab, and equal distance
between the grade insignia and the CA insignia, with the base of the CA insignia toward the bottom of the front
tab (See figure 5-2). (Para 5-4)

Figure 5-2, Wear of grade insignia and CA insignia on Gortex parka front tab

5-3. Service Cap Insignia

Service cap insignia. All personnel will wear the following service cap insignias.
(1) All commissioned officers. The insignia is the partial coat of arms of the United States with the seal of
California superimposed on the top, 2 3/8 inches in height, in nickel antique finish with polished highlights –
colored metal (see fig 5-3).

Figure 5-3, CSMR Air service cap insignia, commissioned officers (male and female)

(2) All enlisted personnel. The insignia is the partial coat of arms of the United States with seal of California
superimposed on top, within a ring that is 1 3/4 inches in diameter, in nickel antique finish with polished highlights
- colored metal (see fig 5-3).

Figure 5-4. CSMR Air service cap insignia, enlisted (male and female)

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5-4. CA Insignia
a. All officers. The CA insignia consists of the block letters, “CA” in bright silver-colored metal, 7/16 inch in height,
without periods following the letters (see fig 5-5).

Figure 5-5. CA Air insignia, officer

b. Enlisted personnel. The enlisted CA insignia consists of the block letters “CA” in bright silver-colored metal,
7/16 inch in height, without periods following each letter. The “CA” is placed with in a ring that is 1-inch diameter
disk in bright silver-colored metal (see fig 5-6).

Figure 5-6. CA Air insignia, enlisted

c. The subdued CA insignia is identical to the non-subdued officers CA insignia described above, except the
insignia has a dull, flat black finish. (Para 5-4a)

5-5. Distinctive unit insignia

Distinctive unit insignia (DUI) approved and authorized for the CSMR Air Component and prescribed for wear on
the mess dress uniform only, of personnel in the CSMR Air Component is the California National Guard State
Area Command DUI with the letters “CA” superimposed on the bottom (see fig 5-5).

Figure 5-7, CSMR Distinctive unit insignia

5-6. Name Tags

a. Blue Shirt Nametag. Laminated red (manufacture stock of Rowmark Inc. manufacture stock Textures #822-
622 ruby/white) plastic material with white, block-style letters engraved on the plastic, 5/8 inch by 3 1/8 inches,
and a clutch-type fastener. It will have two lines. The 1st line will be the individual’s last name in all capital block
letters, 1/4 inch in height; the 2nd line will read “CA State Military Reserve” in upper/lower case block letters, 1/8
inch in height. Smooth gloss finish is the only authorized finish on the nametag (see fig 5-8).

Figure 5-8, CSMR Air blue shirt nametag

b. Service Dress and Pullover Sweater Nametag. Metal engraved brushed red (manufacture stock of Rowmark
Inc. manufacture stock Textures #822-622 ruby/white) satin finish and blue letters, 3/4 inch by 3 inches, with
rolled and rounded edges. It will have two lines. The 1st line will be the individual’s last name in all capital block

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letters, 1/4 inch in height; the 2nd line will read “CA State Military Reserve” in upper/lower case block letters, 1/8
inch in height (see fig 5-9).

Figure 5-9, CSMR Air service dress and pullover sweater nametag

5-7. CSMR Tapes

These cloth tapes specify our component, “CALIFORNIA”. Tape is approximately 6 1/4 inches long and 1 inch
wide with 3/4-inch lettering. The tape color will correspond to the particular utility uniform. On the BDU use
subdued olive green with flag-blue letters embroidered on tape (see fig 5-10).

Figure 5-10, CSMR Air name tape

5-8 Organizational Patch - California State Military Reserve, Air Component

The CSMR Air Component Organizational Patch (equivalent to the Major Command patch worn), will be the
California Air Guard Patch with the letters “CA” embroidered on the bottom (see fig 5-9).

Figure 5-11, CSMR Air organizational patch

CHAPTER 6
Minimum Uniform Requirements

6-1. Officer Uniform Requirements Minimum Uniform Requirements

Officers are responsible for procuring and maintaining uniforms appropriate to their assigned duties. Officers will
procure and maintain sufficient quantities of personal items necessary to ensure acceptable standards of
personal hygiene and appearance. It is mandatory that all officers dress in accordance with their position as an
officer of the California State Military Reserve Army Component or Air Component, and in accordance with the
traditions and customs of their respective service. The minimum uniform requirements for CSMR Army and Air
Component officers are contained in appendix b.

6-2. Enlisted Minimum Uniform Requirements

The minimum uniform requirements for CSMR Army and Air Component enlisted personnel are contained in the
clothing bag at Appendix C.

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Appendix A
References

Section I
Required Publications

AR 600–8–22
Military Awards.

AR 600–9
The Army Weight Control Program. AR 600–20

AR 670-1
Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia

AFI 10-248
Fitness Program

AFI 36-2803
The Air Force Awards and Decorations Program

AFI 36-2903
Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel

CAL ARNGR 600-8-2

Military Awards and Decorations

CAL ARNGR 600-82

U.S. Army Regimental System—California National Guard

CSMR 600-82
Regimental System—California State Military Reserve

Section II
Related Publications
A related publication is a source of additional information. The user does not have to read a related publication to
understand this regulation.

AR 310–25
Dictionary of United States Army Terms

AR 600–82
U.S. Army Regimental System

TM 10–227
Fitting of Army Uniforms and Footwear

AFI 36-3014
Clothing Allowances for Air Force Personnel

NGR 600–82
U.S. Army Regimental System—Army National Guard

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Appendix B
Officer Uniform Requirements

B–1. List of major components; Army Component

The major items of uniform clothing, with the minimum quantities that all Army Component Officers should have
in their possession, are shown in table B–1. Officers may purchase and wear optional items authorized by this
regulation.

Table B–1
List of major components
Item Male Female
Minimum No. Minimum No.
Coat, black, all weather 1 1
Uniform, Army green (AG) 1 *2 1 *2 & 3
Uniform, Army blue 1 *4 1 *4
Uniform, Army green maternity NA 1 *1
Uniform, Utility 2 *5, 6 & 7 2 * 5, 6 & 7
Coat, cold weather, woodland pattern (field jacket) 1 1
or ACU parka, cold weather (gortex) (generation II)

Notes:
1. Optional
2. The AG uniform is required for CSMR OCS and WOCC candidates at graduation from OCS or WOCC, all
other officers 6 months after appointment.
3. Three-piece ensemble (coat, skirt, and slacks).
4. The Army blue uniform is required for all officers 12 months after appointment.
5. One utility uniform is required by the second drill after appointment and the second utility uniform is required
12 months after appointment.
6. Officers will have a minimum of two utility uniforms – (either ACU or BDU.)
7. April 30, 2008 is the mandatory procession date for the ACU and the wear out date for the BDU. .

B–2. List of major components; Air Component

The major items of uniform clothing, with the minimum quantities that all Air Component Officers should have in
their possession, are shown in table B–2. Officers may purchase and wear optional items authorized by this
regulation.

Table B–2
List of major components
Item Male Female
Minimum No. Minimum No.
Coat, all weather, blue 1 1
Service Dress Uniform 1 *2 1 *2
Mess Dress Uniform, 1 *3 1 *3
Service Dress Uniform (maternity) NA 1 *1
Utility Uniform 2 *4, 5 & 6 2 *4, 5 & 6
Coat, cold weather, woodland pattern, camouflage (field jacket) 1 1
or ACU parka, cold weather (gortex) (generation II)

Notes:
1. Optional
2. The service dress uniform is required for CSMR OCS candidates at graduation from OCS, all other officers 6
months after appointment.
3. The mess dress uniform is required for all officers 12 months after appointment.
4. One utility uniform is required by the second drill after appointment and the second utility uniform is required
12 months after appointment.
5. Officers will have a minimum of two utility uniforms – (either ABU or BDU)
6. November 2011 is the mandatory procession date for the ABU and the wear out date for the BDU.

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B–3. Accessories
All Officers also are responsible for procuring and maintaining adequate quantities of appropriate accessories,
insignia, footwear, undergarments, headgear, and gloves for use with the above uniforms.

Appendix C
Clothing Bag List

C–1. Required clothing items

Soldiers are required to possess the clothing items listed in table C–1, in the quantities shown. Soldiers may
purchase and wear optional items authorized by this regulation. They are identified by an “X” in the optional item
column.

Table C–1
Clothing bag list (Army Component)

Item Quantity Optional

required item
Bag, duffel 1 X
Belt, riggers, (black or desert sand 503) 1 *1 X
Belt, web, black, w/brass tip, male 1 *2
Belt, web, black, w/brass tip, female 1 *2
Beret, wool, black shade 1593 1 *1
Boots, combat, tan *3 1 *1
Buckle, belt, slacks, nickel underplate 1 *2
Cap, (ACU or BDU) 1 *1
Cap, knit, black 1 X
Cap, synthetic microfleece, green 1 X
Coat, all weather, double breasted 1 X
Coat, (ACU or BDU) 2 *4 & 5
Coat, CW (field jacket) 1
Coat, Army green 489 1 *6
Drawers, brown or sand, male 2 *5
Glove inserts, cold, black 1 X
Glove, flexor, light duty 1 X
Gloves, leather, black, unisex 1 X
Name Tag, Individual, CSMR, Red 1 *2
Neck tab, female 1 *2
Necktie, male 1 *2
Shirt, Army green 415, SS 1 *2
Shirt, Army green 415, LS 1 *2
Shoes, oxford, black, male 1 *2
Shoes, oxford, black, female 1 *2
Skirt, Army green 489, female 1 *6
Slacks, Army green 489, female 1 *2
Socks, boot (green, brown or black) 2 *6
Socks, black, poly/nylon 1 *2
Trousers, Army green 489, male 1 *2 X
Trousers, (ACU or BDU) 2 *4 & 5
Undershirt, (brown or sand) 2 *5
Undershirt, white, male 1 *2
Undershirt, CW, polyester, brown 436 1 X
Undershirt, CW, polypro, brown 436 1 X
Pumps, black, females 1 X
Lingerie, nylons, underwear, female (As required)
Handbag, female 1 X

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Notes:
1. Required by second drill after enlistment.
2. Required 6 months after enlistment.
3. Only approved Army combat boots per AR-670-1 are authorized, commercial tennis shoe type combat boots
and boots with zippers are not authorized.
4. April 30, 2008 is the mandatory procession date for the ACU and the wear out date for the BDU.
5. Two items required: one required by the second drill and second item required 12 months after enlistment.
6. Required 12 months after enlistment.

Table C–2
Clothing bag list (Air Component Male)

Item Quantity Optional

required item
Bag, Duffel 1 X
Belt, Ctn, Web, Blue W/Chromium Plate 1 *1 X
Belt, Ctn, Web, Blue w/Black Clip 1 *2
Boots, Combat, Black or Sage Green, w/Speed Lacing *3 1 *1
Buckle, Belt, Chromium Plate 1 *2
Buckle, Belt, Brass 1 *1
Cap, Garrison (Flight Cap), Wl/Poly, Serge, Blue, AF Shade 1620 1 *1
Cap (ABU or BDU), Camouflage 1
Coat, all weather w/Removable liner, Ctn/Poly, Blue 1 X
Coat, Service, Wl/Poly, Serge, 10 oz, Blue, AF Shade 1620 1 *4
Coat, (ABU or BDU) 2 *5 & 6
Drawers, Ctn, White 1 *1
Field jacket, camouflage 1 X
Gloves, Leather, Blk, Lined, Unisex 1 X
Insignia, BOS, EP, CA 1 *4
Insignia, Distinguishing, CSMR, Olive Green or ABU, Subdued 2 *5
Necktie, Blue, AF Shade 1622 1 *1
Shirt, Ctn/Poly, S/S, AF Shade 1550 Tapered, w/regular collar 1 *1
Shirt, Ctn/Poly, L/S, w/Epaulets, Blue, AF Shade 1550 1 *1
Shoes, Oxford, Black, Plain Toe 1 *1
Socks, Ctn/Nyl, Black 1 *1
Socks, Ctn/Nyl/Wl, Black 1 *2
Standard CSMR Name Tag, Individual, Red, 1 *1
Tape, Textile, Nylon, Plain Weave, Olive Drab or ABU, Subdued, 1"Wide 2 *5
Trousers, Camouflage, (ABU or BDU) 2 *5 & 6
Trousers, Wl/Poly, Serge, 10 oz., Blue, AF Shade 1620 1 *4
Undershirt, Ctn, Brown or sand 2 *2
Undershirt, Ctn, White 1 *1

Notes:
1. Required 6 months after enlistment.
2. Required by second drill after enlistment.
3. Only approved Air Force combat boots per AFI 36-2903 are authorized, commercial tennis shoe type combat
boots and boots with zippers are not authorized.
4. Required 12 months after enlistment.
5. Two items required: one required by the second drill and second item required 12 months after enlistment.
6. November 30, 2011 is the mandatory procession date for the ABU and the wear out date for the BDU.

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Clothing bag list—Continued

Table C–3
Clothing bag list (Air Component Female)

Item Quantity Optional

required item
Bag, Duffel 1 X
Belt, Ctn, Web, Blue W/Chromium Plate 1 *1 X
Belt, Ctn, Web, Blue w/Black Clip 1 *2
Boots, Combat, Black or Sage Green, w/Speed Lacing *3 1 *1
Buckle, Belt, Chromium Plate 1 *2
Buckle, Belt, Brass 1 *1
Cap, Garrison (Flight Cap), Wl/Poly, Serge, Blue, AF Shade 1620 1 *1
Cap (BDU or ABU), Camouflage 1
Coat, all weather w/Removable liner, Ctn/Poly, Blue 1 X
Coat, Service, Wl/Poly, Serge, 10 oz, Blue, AF Shade 1620 1 *4
Coat, (ABU or BDU) 2 *5 & 6
Gloves, Leather, Blk, Lined, Unisex 1 X
Handbag, Black, Plastic 1 X
Insignia, BOS, EP, CA 1 *4
Insignia, Distinguishing, CSMR, Olive Green or ABU, Subdued 2 *5
Neck Tab, Bl, AF Shade 1622 1 *1
Shirt, Ctn/Poly, S/S, AF Shade 1550 Tapered, w/Convertible Collar 1 *1
Shirt, Ctn/Poly, L/S, w/Epaulets, Blue, AF Shade 1550, w/Convertible Collar 3 1 *1
Shoes, Oxford, Black, Plain Toe 1 *1
Skirt, Wl/Poly, Tropical, 10 oz, Blue, AF Shade 1620 1 X
Slacks, Wl/Poly, Tropical, 10 oz, Blue, AF Shade 1620 1 *1
Socks, Ctn/Nyl, Black 1 *1
Socks, Ctn/Nyl/Wl, Black 1 *2
Standard CSMR Name Tag, Individual, Red, 1 *1
Tape, Textile, Nylon, Plain Weave, Olive Drab or ABU, Subdued, 1"Wide 2 *5
Trousers, Camouflage, (ABU or BDU) 2 *5 & 6
Undershirt, Ctn, Brown or sand) 2 *2
Pumps, black 1 X
Lingerie, nylons, underwear, female (As required)

Notes:
1. Required 6 months after enlistment.
2. Required by second drill after enlistment.
3. Only approved Air Force combat boots per AFI 36-2903 are authorized, commercial tennis shoe type combat
boots and boots with zippers are not authorized.
4. Required 12 months after enlistment.
5. Two items required: one required by the second drill and second item required 12 months after enlistment.
6. November 30, 2011 is the mandatory procession date for the ABU and the wear out date for the BDU.

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Glossary
Section I
Abbreviations

BDU
battle dress uniform

OCS
officer candidate school

SDF
State Defense Force

SSI
shoulder sleeve insignia

USC
United States Code

WO
warrant officer

WOC
warrant officer candidate

Section II
Terms

Accouterment
Items such as medals, ribbons, insignia, badges, emblems, tabs, and tapes authorized for wear on uniforms.

Appurtenances
Devices such as stars, letters, numerals, or clasps worn on the suspension ribbon of the medal, or on the ribbon
bar that indicate additional awards, participation in specific events, or other distinguishing characteristics of the
award.

Awards
An all-inclusive term that consists of any decoration, medal, badge, ribbon, or appurtenance bestowed on an
individual or unit.

Badge
An award given to an individual for identification purposes, or that is awarded for attaining a special skill or
proficiency. Certain badges are available in full, miniature, and dress miniature sizes.

Clothing bag
Uniform items and personal clothing issued to initial entry soldiers, and which all soldiers are required to maintain
throughout their military career.

Decoration
An award given to an individual as a distinctively designed mark of honor denoting heroism, or meritorious or
outstanding service or achievement.

Dress uniforms
Uniforms worn as formal duty attire, or that are worn at formal or informal social functions, before or after retreat.
They include the enlisted Army green dress uniform, the Army blue uniform, and the Air Force service dress.

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Gold color/gold-colored
Includes gold plated, gold bullion, and synthetic metallic gold.

Medal
An award issued to an individual for the performance of certain duties, acts or services, consisting of a
suspension ribbon made in distinctive colors and from which hangs a medallion.
AR 670–1 • 3 February 2005 331

Mess uniforms
Uniforms worn for formal social occasions, when prescribed by the host. They include the Army blue and white
mess and evening mess uniforms for males; and the Air Force mess dress, formal dress, and semi-formal dress.
For females, they include the Army blue and white mess and evening mess uniforms, the all-white evening mess,
and the black mess and evening mess uniforms; and the Air Force mess dress, formal dress, and semi-formal
dress.

Miniature medal
A replica of a regular size medal, made to a scale 1/2 that of the original. The Medal of Honor is not worn in
miniature.

Optional clothing
A uniform or clothing item which the individual is not required to own or wear, but may be worn at the individual’s
option, as prescribed in this regulation.

Ribbon or ribbon bar

A portion of the suspension ribbon of a medal, worn in lieu of the medal and made in the form of a bar, 1 3/8
inches long by 3/8 inch wide.

Service medal
An award made to personnel who participated in designated wars, campaigns, or expeditions; or who have
fulfilled specified service requirements in a creditable manner.

Service uniform
Worn in garrison environments when the wear of utility or dress uniforms is not required or appropriate. Service
uniforms consist of the Army green (class A and B) uniforms and the Air Force service dress uniforms.

Silver color/colored
Silver color includes silver-filled, silver-plated, sterling silver, silver bullion, and anodized aluminum.

Unit award
An award made to an operating unit, which is worn by members of that unit who participated in the cited action
(permanent unit award). Other personnel serving in the

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Section III
Special Abbreviations and Terms
This publication uses the following special abbreviations, brevity codes and acronyms not contained in AR 310–
50.

AG
Army green

ACU
Army Combat Uniform

ABU
Airman Battle Uniform

ASU
Army Service Uniform

CAAG
California Adjutant General

CMVC
California Military and Veterans Code

CSMR
California State Military Reserve

CW
cold weather

DA
Department of the Army

DUI
distinctive unit insignia

HQCSMR
Headquarters, California State Military Reserve

OG
olive green

RDI
regimental distinctive insignia

STARC
State Area Command

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Index

Accessories
Buttons, Army Component, 3-1

Insignia
California (CA), Air Component, 5-4
California (CA), Army Component, 3-6
California State Military Reserve tape, Air Component, 5-5
California State Military Reserve tape, Army Component, 3-10
Distinctive unit, Army and Air Component, 3-8, 5-5
Headgear Insignia, Army Component, 3-4
Nametag, Air Component, 5-6
Nametape and nameplate, Army Component, 3-10
Organizational Patch, California State Military Reserve, Air Component, 5-11
Regimental distinctive, Army Component, 3-9
Service cap, Air Component, 5-3
Shoulder sleeve, California State Military Reserve, Army Component, 3-7

Personal appearance
Appearance, 1-6
Height and Weight, 1–7

Uniforms, general
All weather coat, Air Component, 5-1
All weather coat, Army Component, 3-2
Headgear, Air Component, 4-5
Headgear, Army Component, 3-4
Lightweight blue jacket, Air Component, 5-1
Windbreaker, Army Component, 3-2

Uniforms, service, dress, and mess

Air Force service dress, 4-3
Air Force mess dress, 4-4
Army blue mess and evening mess, 2-4
Army service, 2-3

Uniforms, utility
Air Force utility, 4-2
Army utility, 2-2

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