Video: ODU Utility Jacket

By Daren Lewis

Shipmates,
At the Division 7 instructor workshop we discussed the ODU Utility Jacket. Last year I did two videos on this new item and I'm reposting these in response to the questions.

 Please note:

• The ODU Utility Jacket may be worn alone with ODUs or as part of a system with the Foul Weather Parka with ODUs. 
• The older style fleece liner may not be worn separately from the Foul Weather Parka it must be worn as part of the system.
• The Foul Weather Parka may be worn with Tropical Blue & Winter Dress Blue only under the following "The foul weather parka may be worn with the Tropical Blue uniform only if adverse environmental conditions dictate the need for this heavier outer wear (such wear shall be limited to necessary occasions or periods)." While not specific this can be interpreted to mean you should not wear the ODU Utility Jacket as a stand-alone item with Trops & WDB. Consider that in conditions appropriate for the ODU Utility Jacket the outwear prescribed for these uniforms, the trench coat and windbreaker, work as well or better.
• Order the ODU Utility Jacket from the UDC - http://www.uscg.mil/uniforms/
• Limited stock may be available at the Exchanges