TheAntiChrice

Crazy idea considering the world nowadays, but air force or navy is what I've been considering.. Just wondering what your opinions on the armed forces are, and what its like on the inside

Midnightdriver

there are several military men here.

Myself, 9base3,amryofone,and many more. I've been in since 1995 and have enjoyed almost all my time in. got to see some really neat places and many interesting people. I wouldn't have it any other way. and I'm on my way to the sad box very soon. Military life is what you make it to be.

fcrotornut

my best friend ben is over in baghdad right now, hes an fd owner and a nopistons member, he said its really rough over there, he was tyring to get me to enlist with him, but im rather happy i didn't. he said over there, sand and the air look alike and you continuously get attacked...so im rather happy i didn't join.



if i would sign up for anything, i would go air force...

you make good money in the reserves, but i wouldn't reccomend it if you have family to take care of or anything tying you down to where your living now...

TheAntiChrice

Well I've already decided theres no damn way in hell I'm going army.. I'll pass on giant sandboxes and mountains full of crazy ***** with AKs.. Either Navy or Air Force all the way.. Only shitty thing is I'll be enlisted, but I'm wondering if I can get 4 years of education on the inside and come out an officer.. thats the goal for me

TheCamel

You have opened a big discussion here. I myself have been in 14 years, I have seen many changes, some good, some bad. The military is what YOU make it. I am a 2T370 Special Purpose Vehicle Craftsman in the Air Force. I work on the heavy construction equipment and aircraft towing vehicles. Cranes, dozers, high lifts, snowplows, telephone bucket trucks and lots lots more. I specialize in all diesel and gasoline mechanics. I have been around the world once, and on my second go around. I toured europe, Egypt, the Balkins, Japan, and korea. I spent a few months at some places and years at others, to include 2 fun filled trips to the middle east and awaiting my 3rd. There are many oppertunities available, but you have to go with your heart. The military is on a big fitness kick right now, so plan on running as much as the marines and army. If you think it will be an easy way out of civilian problems, think again, the rules and lifestyle are not easy to adapt to, especially if you have been in the civilian job market for a while. Do yourself a favor though, you want a job that will help you on the outside, something that you will be able to use your training for on the outside. Weapons systems is not a good choice, but avionics or communications, or even mechanics is good. Not too many guys I know that work on nuclear waepons in the civilian world. So choose wisely. I highly suggest if you will be going in that you get a garunteed job BEFORE you come in, if the recruiter says they cannot do it, you need to walk away until he can. They prefer to get the guys that do not know what they want and place thim in great sounding jobs, till you find out what the job really entails, such as Administration and planning... you are a glorified secratary that will pull their hair out in the first 6 months trying to get all the reports typed and compiled. And if you can, opt for an overseas assignment, no matter what your recruiter tells you, they will nto try to place you as close to home as possible, normally it is as far away as they can get you And not every base is the same, and each Command has a different way of doing things the "Air Force" way. If your joining for the money...good luck, tell me when you find it. If your joining for the college benefits, good luck getting to school in your first year in. and if your joining it "to see the world" you will, just not the places on the map you would normally go to, nor take your family on a vacation. *Flame suit on*

TheAntiChrice

much props on helping out Camel

jspecracer7

All the Japan guys are/were military. IGY and Rutt were both Sergeant's in the Marine Corps. 1bad180sx was a Staff Sergeant. Me and Chris(Dragon) were/are both Sergeant(p). Even GoodFellasFD3S was a Captain:LOL:...though he wasn't from Japan.



The military is what you make of it. It can be easy...or it can be a PITA. I would never go Navy(I swim like a rock). I think now a days, the Air Force is the way to go if your interested in service. The Marine Corps has a long a proud history. I was always under the misconception that Marine's were stupid, but to be honest, some of the smartest people I've met were/are all Marines. But the Marines run things a little "different". As for the Army, its about to get tough....real tough. On the other hand, getting promoted in the Army is fairly easy compared to the other branches. If you don't have a physical fitness problem or an overweight problem, can shoot an M16, can give/take orders...you've done 90% of your job right there. You can probably make Sergeant(E-5) within the 1st 2-3 years in and by 5 years, can make Staff Sergeant(E-6). That's mainly dependent upon your *job* but for the most part it doesn't take long.



When we're in the field, we work our asses off. When we're in Garrison, we slack our asses off For my Unit, out of 14 days of work, they work 7 days of 12 hr. shifts.

Midnightdriver

whats wrong with going to the sandbox and having wack jobs shooting ak's at you? I just get to shoot back with my SAW, or M-19.

banzaitoyota

I retired from the NAVY in 92. I saw a lot of changes while I was in. The military is what YOU make of it. If you have the grades, I highly recommend the Navy's nuclear power program. Any questions please feel free to ask

1gendreemer

What is it with military dudes and Rx7's...weird. Anyway, I did a tour in the Army right out of high school and had mixed feelings. Some things about it were great -the physical training, the travel, and my job as an Engineer (bridge builder). I didn't like that I was lied to by my recruiter. He told me that my job entailed doing actual (civil) engineering and that I'd be able to go to college while I was in. I ended up loving being a bridge builder and being the units first PFC boat operator (hey..I can drive!) but I don't remember doing any engineering/thinking/math/surveying at all and I had time for only one college class the entire time I was in.

My advice is to know what you're getting into. Know that as a new soldier, you're going to get all the **** work, all the deployments, and not many perks. Know that you will most likely be taking orders from someone who has the intelligence level of a 10 year old at some point. Know what you REALLY do in your job (and yes, get the job title in writing before you sign). If a recruiter tells you he can't make something happen for you, he's most likely lying...walk away and wait for him to call you.

I agree with the previous posts, that the military is what you make of it. You need to keep your head about you and expect long hours, hard work, and stupid orders. If you can deal with those things then you'll have a great time and get to travel the world for "free". I know I make it sound bad, but there are are incredible times that go along with the negative experiences. I wouldn't trade my military time for anything...though I'll admit I'm glad to be out now. I was very good at the life and excelled. My only regrets are that I wish I went into it a bit more educated and ready for what was to come. Feel free to ask any questions... good luck with your decision!