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Are military dog tags embossed or debossed?
United States military issued dog tags are imprinted with one of two types of letters: embossed or debossed, both of which are valid since both types of machines are still used depending on the base. However, embossed is far more common.
What are military dog tags made of?
By World War II, military ID tags were considered an official part of the uniform and had evolved into the uniform size and shape they are today — a rounded rectangle made of nickel-copper alloy.
How can you tell if dog tags are real?
Check the order of the information on the dog tag. If your dog tag is an authentic U.S. military dog tag, the information should be in the following order: last name, first name, middle initial, Social Security number, blood type, religion.
What material should dog tags be?
Common metals used for pet tags are aluminum, stainless steel, and brass. Aluminum is by far (2.5 times lighter than stainless steel) the least durable of the three. Brass is a soft metal, and not as durable as any variety of stainless steel. It may also tarnish and turn a greenish color.
What does a POS mean on Dog Tags?
123-45-6789. Blood Type. A POS. Religious Preference. PROTESTANT.
Are there military dog tags that are made real?
Yes – we make the real thing. Made according to military specifications with 304 rolled-edge stainless steel and printed using the same automated machinery as used on military bases. We offer either an EMBOSSED (modern) or DEBOSSED (historical) Dog Tag Font depending on what era is being replicated. Why are two tags issued in each set of Dog Tags?
When did the military stop using notched dog tags?
Notched dog tags were standard issue until December 1964. The Department of Defense officially switched to dog tags without notches in early 1965. However, military bases with older notched-style tags in inventory still issued them for a while from 1965 up until 1966.
What kind of metal are Canadian dog tags made of?
Our Canadian Dog Tags are unofficial replicas made of stainless steel with a matte (non-shiny) finish. The text is laser engraved using the same modern ‘Fiber Laser’ method now used by the Canadian military which creates a dark etching which you can feel with your fingers and will not wear down or rub off.
How to request a replacement set of dog tags?
If you are looking to make a replacement set of Dog Tags for yourself or in memory of a family member who is a veteran, you can find all of the information required on the DD Form 214 (discharge papers), here is a good article on how to request it.