Lighthouse Officer

Colonel Buckshot · May 16, 2009, 07:10:28 PM

I am putting together a Lighthouse Tender Uniform prior to the Coast Guard taking over. Looking for 1" anchor patch also a hat device both of these are embrodiered. Can Jo Anns do these for me I see they have the computer controled machines? I got a us navy service jacket of ebay which I can addapt but need the officers cap to either coast guard style or navy style with white or navy blue top. Anyone know where to get some of this stuff. I am volunteering at the pounce inlet lighthouse here in Florida

River City John · May 17, 2009, 03:49:27 PM

S&S Firearms carries embroidered anchor patches, both plain and fouled.
www.ssfirearms.com

RCJ

Pony Racer · May 17, 2009, 06:56:45 PM

CB - the link that RCJ gave you is the closest replica you can find.

It is very hard to find embroidery people to do this work. I thought I had one lined up through some local contacts but that did not work out.

If you find someone local and willing - i have some jobs...

Ponce inlet light is a pretty place - been there several times.

PR

Colonel Buckshot · June 13, 2009, 08:57:19 PM

My new United States LightHouse Service Tender Officer's Summer Uniform from the 1930's. The rank is Captain of course.

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Dr. Bob · June 13, 2009, 11:02:49 PM

Tender officer?? What can we do to toughen you up??

Delmonico · June 14, 2009, 09:21:27 AM

Nice, but now there is one minor problem, I have a song stuck in my head.

Yes the "I want to marry a lighthouse keeper" from a Clockwork Orange.

Texas Lawdog · June 14, 2009, 09:44:05 AM

This too shall pass, Del!

Pony Racer · June 15, 2009, 06:29:23 AM

CB - very nice pictures.

Awesome uniform and cover!

Congrats on such an outstanding uniform and choice.

I am a bit biased!!:)

PR

Colonel Buckshot · June 15, 2009, 07:52:09 PM

Now all I need is a 7 3/8 blue WW2 cover. Hopefully will find one on ebay.