WEAR AND APPEARANCE (AR 670-1) / (DA PAM 670-1)

Question 1

What may happen if Soldiers violate AR 670-1?

Answer 1

A: Violations may result in adverse administrative action and/or charges under the provisions of the UCMJ.

Question 2

Para 2-5 Can Commanders or 1SG’s require individuals to purchase optional uniform items?

Answer 2

A: No.

Question 3

Para 2-5 Can Commanders or 1SG’s require individuals to purchase Required uniform items?

Answer 3

A: Yes they can require the purchase of current issued items.

Question 4

Para 3-2 Are hair and fingernail grooming standards punitive under UCMJ?

Answer 4

A: Yes.

Question 5

Para 3-2 Para A 1 (A) Who determines if a hairstyle is considered appropriate?

Answer 5

A: Army Leaders.

Question 6

Para 3-2 Who will comply with hair, fingernail, and grooming policies while in any military uniform, or in
civilian clothes on duty?

Answer 6

A: All Soldiers.

Question 7

Para 3-2 A 2 When the hair is combed what will it not do?

Answer 7

A: it will not fall over the ears or eyebrows, or touch the collar, except for the closely cut hair at the back of the
neck.

Question 8

What are the standards for a female wearing a bun?

Answer 8

1. Can’t protrude more than 3”
2. Center at the back of the head, can’t interfere with headgear or PPE
3. No wider than the head

Question 9

What is the standard for wearing of the tie on the male AGSU uniform?

Answer 9

Must be 2 inches above the top of the belt line.

Question 10

How long can a females nails be?

Answer 10

No longer than 1/4”

Question 11

Can males wear nail polish?

Answer 11

Only transparent polish.

Question 12

Is the block cut fullness in the back authorized ?

Answer 12

Yes, as long as it the tapered appearance is maintained.

Question 13

What are some examples of unauthorized male haircuts?

Answer 13

A: braids, cornrows, twists, dreadlocks, or locks.

Question 14

How far down are sideburns authorized?

Answer 14

Sideburns will not extend below the bottom of the opening of the ear.

Question 15

Para 3-2 A 2 B When are males required to keep their face clean shaven?

Answer 15

A: When in Uniform, or in Civilian clothes On Duty.

Question 16

Para 3-2 A 2 B What is the authorized size of the mustache?

Answer 16

A: Mustaches will not present a chopped off or bushy appearance, and no portion of the mustache will cover the
upper lip line, extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corners of the mouth.

Question 17

Para 3-2 A 2 B What is the maximum length authorized for medical treatment?

Answer 17

A: The length of the beard cannot exceed 1/4 inch, but must be specified on the Profile.

Question 18

Para 3-2 A 2 B Are soldiers that have profiles allowing beards authorized to shape the hair growth?

Answer 18

A: No

Question 19

What are the three basic categories of female hairstyles?

Answer 19

A: Short Length.
2. Medium Length.
3. Long Length.

Question 20

Para 3-2 A 3 A What is short length hair?

Answer 20

A: length that extends no more than 1 inch from the scalp, (excluding bangs).

Question 21

Para 3-2 A 3 A What is short length hair?

Answer 21

A: length that extends no more than 1 inch from the scalp, (excluding bangs).

Question 22

Para 3-2 A 3 B What is medium length hair?

Answer 22

A: hair length that does not extend beyond the lower edge of the collar (in all uniforms), and extends more than 1
inch from the scalp.

Question 23

Para 3-2 A 3 C What is long length hair?

Answer 23

A: hair length that extends beyond the lower edge of the collar

Question 24

Para 3-2 A 3 A How must bangs be maintained?

Answer 24

A: Bangs must not fall below the eyebrows, may not interfere with the wear of all headgear, must lie neatly against
the head, and not be visible underneath the front of the headgear.

Question 25

Para 3-2 A 3 E What type of hair holding devices are authorized for wear?

Answer 25

A: small plain scrunchies (elastic hair bands covered with material), barrettes, combs, pins, clips, rubber bands, and
hair/head bands.

Question 26

Para 3-2 A 3 E What are some examples of prohibited hair holding devices?

Answer 26

A: conspicuous, excessive, or decorative.

Question 27

Para 3-2 A 3 I During PT is long length hair authorized to be in a pony tail?

Answer 27

A: Yes.

Question 28

Para 3-2 B 1 What is the authorized use of cosmetics allowed for females?

Answer 28

A: They must be applied modestly and conservatively, and that they complement both the Soldier’s complexion and
the uniform.

Question 29

Para 3-2 B 2 What is the maximum allowed length of fingernails for females?

Answer 29

A: No longer than 1/4 of an inch as measured from tip of finger.

Question 30

Para 3-2 B 2 Can a female be required to keep nails shorter than the maximum allowed length of AR
670-1?

Answer 30

A: Yes; if the Commander determines that the longer length detracts from a professional appearance, presents a
safety concern, or interferes with the performance of duties.

Question 31

Para 3-3 B 1-4 What are the types of tattoos or brands that are prejudicial to good order and discipline
and therefore prohibited anywhere on a Soldier’s body?

Answer 31

A:
1. Extremist.
2. Indecent.
3. Sexist

Question 32

Para 3-4 A What jewelry is authorized for wear while in uniform?

Answer 32

A: Soldiers may wear a wristwatch, a wrist religious or identification bracelet, and a total of two rings.

Question 33

Para 3-4 D 1 What type of earrings are authorized for females?

Answer 33

A: screw-on, clip-on, or post-type earrings in gold, silver, white pearl, or diamond. The earrings will not exceed 6
mm or 1⁄4 inch in diameter.

Question 34

Para 3-6 A 2 A Are keys or key chains authorized on the belt, belt loops, or waistband?

Answer 34

A: Yes as long as they are Not Visible

Question 35

Para 3-6 A 2 B Are Soldiers authorized to wear an electronic device on belt, belt loops, or waistband of
the uniform?

Answer 35

A: Yes, but Only One Electronic Device can be worn.

Question 36

Para 3-6 A 3 Are Soldiers authorized to wear wireless or non-wireless devices/earpieces while wearing
Army uniforms?

Answer 36

A: Yes, in uniform while performing individual physical training in indoor gyms or fitness centers.

Question 37

Para 3-7 F 2 How are Soldiers authorized to carry shoulder bags?

Answer 37

A: Soldiers may carry authorized bags by hand, on one shoulder using a shoulder strap, or over both shoulders using
both shoulder straps.

Question 38

Para 3-7 I In what situations are soldiers not required to wear headgear with the uniform?

Answer 38

A: (1) if it would interfere with the safe operation of military vehicles.
(2) Soldiers will not wear headgear indoors, unless under arms in an official capacity.,
(3) Male and female Soldiers are not required to wear headgear to evening social events (after retreat) when wearing
the Army service and dress uniforms or the mess and evening mess uniforms.

Question 39

Para 3-10 A What lens colors are authorized?

Answer 39

A: Lens colors must be traditional gray, brown, or dark green shades.

Question 40

What does each service stripe represent on the uniform represent?

Answer 40

A: 3 years of honorable service.