Thread: Straight razors on a ship

Straights on a ship! Reminds of "Snakes on a plane!" Yeah, they might not allow even DE's these days. I recommend to ask. I am sure they will tell ya! Thanks for serving!

Originally Posted by jbtusa

Do NOT rely on what anyone tells you here on this forum about possessing a straight razor on board ship. That is a queston that you must ask your XO, first sergeant or squadron commander, or even an on-board JAG. Repeat: Do NOT rely on anything posted here or you may end up Article 15'd or court martialed.

How would a Straight Razor be any different from a folding knife, a KA-BAR, or a Bayonet? I just bought a Straight I would have never considered or did I ask my command or anybody else for their permission or opinion with regards to what I chose to shave my face with.

Originally Posted by jbtusa

Do NOT rely on what anyone tells you here on this forum about possessing a straight razor on board ship. That is a queston that you must ask your XO, first sergeant or squadron commander, or even an on-board JAG. Repeat: Do NOT rely on anything posted here or you may end up Article 15'd or court martialed.

It's being used for hygiene not close quarters combat. But it would not hurt anything to ask if it is against the UCMJ? I have seen others in the Military that have and are using them currently and the UCMJ is UCMJ no matter what branch of service you are in. If it were me I would ask just to cover my a@&!!