45mm Squadron Leader Black with blue stripe Royal Air Force Rank Braid 30 CDO IX GP RM although some synthetic yarn involved

although some synthetic yarn involved in the production of this product

HMS Somerset ship badge

with one red centre twill weave stripe

This Royal Navy Captain epaulette features a gold naval lace on black

with one royal blue centre stripe and a bunting yellow stripe below

45mm Squadron Leader Black with blue stripe Royal Air Force Rank Braid 30 CDO IX GP RM although some synthetic yarn involvedRoyal Air Force officer's ranking braid is an item of blue and black woven braid that is typically worn on the sleeve of an RAF officer's jacket and is used to designate his or her rank. In this instance, two and a half thin blue stripe indicates the rank of Squadron Leader. According to RAF dress regulations, the rank braid must be positioned so that the centre of the braid is 9. 5cm or 3 & 3 4" from the edge of the sleeve cuff. Rank: Squadron Leader