Custom Wholesale Ceremonial Merchant Navy Chief Officer Epaulette

A Merchant Navy Chief Officer epaulette is a shoulder insignia worn on the
uniform to denote the rank of Chief Officer (also called First Mate), who
is second-in-command after the Captain (Master).

Key Features:

Stripes/Bars:

Typically three gold stripes (braids) on a black background.

Sometimes a diamond or loop (curl) is added above the stripes, depending on
the shipping line or country.

Background:

Usually navy blue or black cloth for formal uniforms.

White cloth versions are often used for tropical or summer uniforms.

Placement:

Worn on the shoulder straps (epaulettes) of the jacket, shirt, or sweater.

Symbolism:

The three stripes represent the Chief Officer’s seniority, just below the
Captain (who has four stripes).

Variations:

Some merchant fleets add an emblem (such as an anchor or company logo)
above the stripes.

Epaulettes can be slip-on slides (for shirts) or sewn/attached boards (for
jackets).

Minimum Order: 100 pieces