Collector5516 Posted March 16, 2021 Share #1 Posted March 16, 2021 I primarily collect items from WWII and earlier but really love this USS Growler (SSG-577) patch. I believe it is a period patch (the boat served from 1958-1964) but would like confirmation from folks that know way more than I do. Also, it measures approx 6" tall. I assume this would go on the front of coveralls or a deck jacket? Any information is appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonomachi Posted March 16, 2021 Share #2 Posted March 16, 2021 I believe you are correct in that your patch is period from that era. Here is a variant (don't have dimensions) as well as another USS Growler patch that are out there if you are searching for this specific sub's insignia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collectsmedals Posted March 16, 2021 Share #3 Posted March 16, 2021 2 hours ago, Collector5516 said: I primarily collect items from WWII and earlier but really love this USS Growler (SSG-577) patch. I believe it is a period patch (the boat served from 1958-1964) but would like confirmation from folks that know way more than I do. Also, it measures approx 6" tall. I assume this would go on the front of coveralls or a deck jacket? Any information is appreciated. Collector5516, I see you are from Brooklyn, so I am sure you are aware the USS Growler is docked at Pier 86 in Manhattan as an exhibit at the USS Intrepid Sea, Air and Space museum. Maybe you could take the patch over there and see what they know about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salvage Sailor Posted March 16, 2021 Share #4 Posted March 16, 2021 On 3/16/2021 at 6:18 AM, Collector5516 said: I primarily collect items from WWII and earlier but really love this USS Growler (SSG-577) patch. I believe it is a period patch (the boat served from 1958-1964) but would like confirmation from folks that know way more than I do. Also, it measures approx 6" tall. I assume this would go on the front of coveralls or a deck jacket? Any information is appreciated. That is the correct period patch (mid-1960's) for the USS GROWLER (SSG-577) It would have been worn on work jacket, deck jacket, or perhaps coveralls, depending upon the commands (CO/COB) uniform standards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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