High Quality Wholesale Ship Captain officer Shoulder Board Supplier

Ship Captain / Officer Shoulder Board:

1. Purpose

Shoulder boards (also called epaulettes in some navies) are insignia worn
on the shoulders of a uniform to indicate rank and position.

For a Ship Captain (or Master/Commanding Officer), the shoulder boards
clearly signal authority and seniority aboard a ship.

2. Typical Design Elements

Material:

Usually made of high-quality fabric (wool or polyester) with gold or silver
metallic thread embroidery.

Base color often navy blue or black, matching the uniform.

Stripes / Bars:

A Ship Captain generally has four gold stripes or one broad stripe with
three thin stripes above it.

Bars can be embroidered or made with metallic braid.

Stars / Symbols (optional):

Some navies or merchant fleets include stars or anchors to indicate
specific ranks or certifications.

Fringe / Edge:

May have gold bullion fringe for ceremonial uniforms.

Fringe is usually not present on everyday service uniforms.

Attachment:

Typically slip-on style, easily attached to the uniform’s shoulder strap.

Some may use buttons or loops for secure fastening.

3. Variations by Type of Uniform

Ceremonial / Dress Uniform:

Embroidered gold braids, sometimes with elaborate fringe.

More ornate, for formal occasions, inspections, or parades.

Service / Daily Uniform:

Simplified, flat gold stripes, usually without fringe.

Designed for practicality and durability.

4. Merchant Navy vs. Military Navy

Merchant Navy Captain:

Shoulder boards often have four gold stripes with the top stripe thicker.

May include a small anchor emblem.

Naval Captain (Navy):

More structured hierarchy; gold stripes plus star or eagle insignia.

Slight differences exist between countries (US Navy vs. Royal Navy vs.
others).

If you want, I can create a visual diagram showing a Ship Captain’s
shoulder board with exact stripes, fringe, and emblem placements. It’ll
help you see it at a glance. Do you want me to do that?

Minimum Order: 100 pieces

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