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I've got another silly question because I'm a silly baby soldier(can I even call myself a soldier if I haven't been through AIT yet? Split ops here).
I have been blessed with a head of thick, shaggy locks that are currently kept under control by a "pixie" and plenty of gel. I was thinking of getting a hard part the next time I go to get it cleaned up in an attempt to tame my crooked natural one.
I did my research, because I didn't want to show up to my next drill(yes, on top of being split-ops, I'm a Weekend Warrior) with an out-of-regulation haircut.
AR 670-1 says that soldiers with a certain texture of hair can cut a single part in it, but I also read that the hard part is considered faddish by many, and whether or not my haircut would be allowed could depend on the NCO. What to do, what to do...
Yes, I sound like I'm a teenage girl fussing over her hair(which I am), but I know that being very young, female, and a Private, I've got to be on top of my game if I want to make a good impression. Look squared away, work hard, study hard, make as few rookie mistakes as I possibly can(knock on wood).
Thanks to everyone who has answered my questions in the past! It's my first year in the military, I've been asking a lot of dumb shit so I don't do a lot of dumb shit.
I have been blessed with a head of thick, shaggy locks that are currently kept under control by a "pixie" and plenty of gel. I was thinking of getting a hard part the next time I go to get it cleaned up in an attempt to tame my crooked natural one.
I did my research, because I didn't want to show up to my next drill(yes, on top of being split-ops, I'm a Weekend Warrior) with an out-of-regulation haircut.
AR 670-1 says that soldiers with a certain texture of hair can cut a single part in it, but I also read that the hard part is considered faddish by many, and whether or not my haircut would be allowed could depend on the NCO. What to do, what to do...
Yes, I sound like I'm a teenage girl fussing over her hair(which I am), but I know that being very young, female, and a Private, I've got to be on top of my game if I want to make a good impression. Look squared away, work hard, study hard, make as few rookie mistakes as I possibly can(knock on wood).
Thanks to everyone who has answered my questions in the past! It's my first year in the military, I've been asking a lot of dumb shit so I don't do a lot of dumb shit.
DA Pam 670-1
Regulation
Army Regulations
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You are starting your career off the right way asking questions and checking the regulations. Most of us can't say how to do your hair because there is that opinion about faddish. You have the benefit of drilling prior to going back before drill instructors. The NCOs at your unit are going to be more laid back and supportive then active duty. Ask someone there and go ahead and get it cut now (early) to have someone look at it before you go back to training.
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PV2 (Join to see) Your observation and understanding that the answer is "It depends" is accurate, and for that reason Id suggest finding a picture that resembles what you think your haircut will look like after you do what your considering and contacting your 1st line supervisor. Get that person opinion, as they will be the ones that will say, "Umm, NO" or should be the ones that go see the PSG, PL, 1SG, CDR, BN CSM ect when you were given the ok, got the cut then at drill the senior had a problem with it..
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Without actually seeing your hair in person, I would recommend that you reach out to a female NCO in your unit (preferably a SSG or higher) or at your Reserve Center....and get their advice/input for your next haircut.
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