Navy E-4/5/6 Mineman Rating Badges SH-SHADOW-BOX Five years of cumulative service

Five years of cumulative service at a Boat Force field unit is required as part of the criteria for earning the Basic insignia

for example

Enlisted personnel must be the Petty Officer in Charge (POIC) of a small craft for six months before they qualify

• Flame resistant PTFE coating

Beyond the award of the 3rd gold star

Navy E-4/5/6 Mineman Rating Badges SH-SHADOW-BOX Five years of cumulative serviceUnited States Navy E 4 5 6 Mineman Rating Badge Criteria: Worn by Minemen (MN) with ranks from Petty Officer 3rd Class (E 4) to Petty Officer 1st Class (E 6). Minemen are typically responsible for the testing, maintenance and repair of naval mines and their components. They are also trained in the maintenance of mine handling and laying equipment. The badge is sold with all 3 chevrons below the rating for E 6, and can be tailored down to the other two