Posted on Sep 12, 2014
TSgt Terry Hudson
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I really don't understand. I wish the Air force would implement a standard beret. I think the berets look nice and are more military-like than the patrol cap.
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CSM Darieus ZaGara
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After all gat complaining, they will still wear it! Thank you all for your service.
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1SG Cj Grisham
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We have to work outside in them. The Air Force doesn't.
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SPC David S.
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I'd bet most would prefer their kevlar to their beret - just as hot but you have some eye relief from the sun, can put it on with one hand and it doesn't itch.

Not so sure how that would look with a dress uniform however Patton made it work and the Army is returning to the "new" dress green uniform.
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SPC Power Generation Equipment Repairer
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I like my beret, but it takes effort for it to be shaped and have it look good.
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SGM Bill Frazer
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Wore one of almost 20 years, loved them.
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CW5 All Source Intelligence Technician
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It's really hot outside. Think I'll put some black wool on top of my head! Need I say more?
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MAJ David Vermillion
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I love Berets and it looks highly professional.
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MAJ Alvin B.
MAJ Alvin B.
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Wearing a beret is like suffering for art.
It may look good, but is not very practicle. It is hot, uncomfortable, and does nothing to protect your eyes from the sun.
[for me at least, wearing it always left my head covered in sweat, not a great look]
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MAJ David Vermillion
MAJ David Vermillion
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Good point.
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MSG John Wirts
MSG John Wirts
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Because they were stolen from those who earned them, they are not a good cover at all, there is no brim for shade, it takes two hands and a mirror to put them on properly, There is no provision for ear or neck protection, like the patrol cap, there is no way to carry them when your hands are occupied. The garrison cap tucked under the epaulet, or  behind the belt on the front of the pants. The patrol cap stuffed into the cargo pocket. Only the service cap, and the block cap had these problems with carry. They did have brims, in short they are unsuitable the product of a General who tried to infuse morale with the use of a stolen mark of honor.
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SFC Joseph James
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It's hot, leaves a line in your forehead, causes stupid tan line, suns in your face, fuzz in your hair, the flash gets dirty and stained (need to buy another one). Should I go on?
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SPC Elijah J. Henry, MBA
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I like how sharp they look -- when done correctly. We get new privates who have only ever worn a beret for family day, their Turning Blue ceremony, and OSUT Graduation. Their berets look like piles of fuzzy maroon cow pies on their heads. I do wish there were mirrors at the exits of all buildings on base, just so I can make sure it's on straight. It's not easy to do by feel.
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SGT Journeyman Plumber
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Aside from the professional appearance of the beret it has pretty much zero up sides, and a whole laundry list of down sides that many other people have already listed. The Army rejoiced when we could go back to wearing patrol caps for good reason.
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