Army rank pins are a symbol of a soldier's rank and position within the military. They are worn on the uniform to indicate the soldier's level of authority and responsibility. The design and placement of these rank pins vary depending on the branch of service and the specific rank. Here is an overview of the various army rank pins:

Enlisted Ranks

Enlisted ranks are entry-level positions in the military. These soldiers have not yet completed officer training and hold non-commissioned officer (NCO) positions. Enlisted rank pins are typically worn on the collar of the uniform. The enlisted rank pins for the army are as follows:

  • Private: Private pins have a chevron, which is akin to a single upside-down V.

  • Private First Class: Private First Class pins have a closed chevron.

  • Specialist: Specialists have an upside-down chevron.

  • Corporal: Corporal pins have a double-stacked chevron.

  • Sergeant: Sergeant pins have a triple-stacked chevron.

  • Staff Sergeant: Staff Sergeant pins have a triple-stacked upside-down chevron.

  • Sergeant First Class: Sergeant First Class pins have a triple-stacked upside-down chevron, with a double-stacked base.

  • Master Sergeant: Master Sergeant pins have a triple-stacked upside-down chevron, with a triple-stacked base.

  • Sergeant Major: Sergeant Major pins add a star to the middle of the Master Sargent army pin.

  • Command Sergeant Major: Command Sergeant pins have an eagle instead of a star in the middle.

All of these pins are a combination of navy blue and yellow gold.

Warrant Officer Ranks

Warrant officers are commissioned officers but do not have the same level of authority as traditional commissioned officers. They hold specialized positions within the military, such as pilots or logistics experts. Warrant officer rank pins are typically worn on the collar of the uniform. The warrant officer rank pins for the army are as follows:

  • Warrant Officer 1: Warrant Officer 1 pins have a square.

  • Chief Warrant Officer 2-4: Warrant Officer 2-4 pins the same number of squares as the rank of the warrant officer. For example, Chief Warrant Officer 2 pins have two squares.

  • Chief Warrant Officer 5: Warrant Officer 5 pins have a rectangle.

These are all black and stacked in a vertical arrangement.

Commissioned Officer Ranks

Commissioned officers are the leaders of the military and hold the highest ranks in the army. They are responsible for leading soldiers and making important decisions on behalf of the military. Some commissioned officer rank pins for the army are as follows:

  • Second Lieutenant: Second Lieutenant pins have a vertical gold bar.

  • First Lieutenant: First Lieutenant pins have a vertical silver bar.

  • Captain: Captain pins have two connected vertical silver bars.

Commissioned officer rank pins are typically worn on the shoulder of the uniform. 

For more information about army rank pins, reach out to a local supplier.

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