Naval Surface Warfare Badge Sew-On OCP Patch

This regulation Naval Surface Warfare Badge OCP Sew-On Patch is designed for joint-service personnel authorized to wear Navy qualification badges on the Army Combat Uniform (ACU)Scorpion W2 3-color OCP fabric, this patch features detailed embroidery and is intended for permanent sew-on wear.

• Authentic Naval Surface Warfare insignia in OCP sew-on format
• Made with 3-color Scorpion W2 OCP fabric to match Army uniforms
• Subdued stitching for compliance with Army uniform regulations
• Approved for U.S. Army soldiers awarded the Navy Surface Warfare badge
• Designed for permanent application to the Army Combat Uniform (ACU)
• Made in the USA and compliant with military specifications

Why does my OCP patch or name tape look lighter than previous issued patches and name tapes?

In an effort to standardize insignia across the Army, Air Force, and Space Force, The Institute of Heraldry collaborated with PEO-S to transition each branches insignia. The OCP rank insignia, badges, name, and service tapes are now a lighter, three-color background pattern instead of the previous seven-color pattern. This modification aims to enhance readability and facilitate easier recognition of ranks, addressing the challenge posed by the previous seven-color background. By simplifying these features without compromising the overall functionality of the uniform, the transition seeks to improve situational awareness in day-to-day interactions for military personnel.