What is usmc shooting badge placement?

The USMC shooting badge placement on a Marine's uniform is typically on the left breast pocket, centered between the pocket edge and the arm seam. The badge is worn as follows:

  • The highest qualification level earned is worn in the top position of the badge, centered above the rifle or pistol bar.
  • If the Marine has qualified at multiple levels, the additional qualification levels are worn below the highest level, in order of qualification, with the most recent qualification to the left.
  • If a Marine has earned the same qualification level for rifle and pistol, the rifle badge is worn above the pistol badge.

The USMC shooting badge is available in four levels: Marksman, Sharpshooter, Expert Rifleman, and Expert Pistol Shot. To earn the badge, Marines must successfully complete a qualifying course of fire with the appropriate weapon system and achieve a minimum score. The badge is then awarded and worn as a symbol of the Marine's proficiency with the weapon.