Sources for uniforms
NOTE
Uniform items given to you by CAP remain the property of CAP and should be returned when outgrown or when leaving CAP.
Currently CAP is giving a free "Blues" uniform to new cadets when they join. It arrives approximately 1-2 months after the application is submitted. This uniform remains the property of CAP, as mentioned above.
If something doesn't fit, you have three alternatives:
1) Call Lackland Military Clothing Sales Store at: 210-674-0190. Have your CAPID, name, address, phone number handy.
2) Go to the "Hock Shop" (see below) and exchange it.
3) If we have a uniform piece of the correct size, you can exchange it.
Where to buy uniforms and equipment:
1) The Hock Shop Run by a Lt. Col. in CAP, this is a place where you can buy almost anything for CAP and be sure it is the correct style. He operates out of his basement at 10 Colonial Terrace in Brockton, and it's a bit of an experience to go there. He will supply a complete BDU for $89, including boots. Hard to beat that price. 1-800-THE-HOCK.
2) Vanguard, the "official" place to buy CAP stuff. Probably more expensive and takes longer than the Hock Shop. 1-800-221-1264.
3) Army-Navy stores. But be careful you get the correct stuff. Some things look the same, but aren't quite right.
4) Bananas on Rte. 6 in Wareham and Rte. 3A on the Plymouth/Kingston line. Same cautions as number 3 above. You take your chances on what they have. Reasonable prices. You can try stuff on. Bourne: 508-291-0005
5) The Supply Sergeant Not high on my list because shipping and handling are expensive. See #3 above.
6) Old Lincoln Colony A CAP member. But a low choice because shipping and handling are expensive. They say they may be flexible on prices. See #3 above.
7) Our attic has a few things, but well picked over.
8) EBay and U.S. Cavalry Same cautions as number 3 above. Stuff may not be the quality you are expecting, but prices can be very good.