How short is a military haircut?

Answer 1

my son who is in the army national guard just wears a fade or
buzzes it all off but, i think it can't be any longer than two inches on the top and can't touch the ears.

Answer 2

Usually the trimmer is the number 1 trimmer on the sides and a two on the topl, but it also differs per branch of the military. For example the Marine haircut is unusual in shape as well.

Answer 3

The hair on top of the head must be neatly groomed. The length and bulk of the hair may not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt, or extreme appearance. The hair must present a tapered appearance. A tapered appearance is one where the outline of the soldier’s hair conforms to the shape of the head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the base of the neck. The hair will not fall over the ears or eyebrows, or touch the collar, except for the closely cut hair at the back of the neck. The block-cut fullness in the back is permitted to a moderate degree, as long as the tapered look is maintained.

In all cases, the bulk or length of hair may not interfere with the normal wear of headgear, protective masks, or equipment. Males are not authorized to wear braids, cornrows, or dreadlocks (unkempt, twisted, matted, individual parts of hair) while in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty. Hair that is clipped closely or shaved to the scalp is authorized.


Females
Female soldiers will ensure their hair is neatly groomed, that the length and bulk of the hair are not excessive, and that the hair does not present a ragged, unkempt, or extreme appearance. Likewise, trendy styles that result in shaved portions of the scalp (other than the neckline) or designs cut into the hair are prohibited. Females may wear braids and cornrows as long as the braided style is conservative, the braids and cornrows lie snugly on the head, and any holding devices comply with the standards. Dreadlocks (unkempt, twisted, matted individual parts of hair) are prohibited in uniform or in civilian clothes on duty. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar at any time during normal activity or when standing in formation. Long hair that falls naturally below the bottom edge of the collar, to include braids, will be neatly and inconspicuously fastened or pinned, so no free-hanging hair is visible. This includes styles worn with the improved physical fitness uniform (IPFU).

Styles that are lopsided or distinctly unbalanced are prohibited. Ponytails, pigtails, or braids that are not secured to the head (allowing hair to hang freely), widely spaced individual hanging locks, and other extreme styles that protrude from the head are prohibited. Extensions, weaves, wigs, and hairpieces are authorized only if these additions have the same general appearance as the individual’s natural hair. Additionally, any wigs, extensions, hairpieces, or weaves must comply with grooming policies.

Females will ensure that hairstyles do not interfere with proper wear of military headgear, protective masks, or equipment at any time. When headgear is worn, the hair will not extend below the bottom edge of the front of the headgear or below the bottom edge of the collar.


So in other words, there is not 'set length' for a military haircut. So long as it looks neat and doesn't break the regulations nothing is usually said even if it is an inch or so long.

Answer 4

By military cut your asking about a standard issue military buzz cut?

If so it ranges from usually 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch and is all over your head with trimming starting at the base of the head, around the ears and no side burns whatsoever.

Answer 5

A military haircut depends on what branch you serve.
Air force allows a bit longer Army is short and Marines is real short flat top type.

If you were to ask a hairstylist how to do one they may not all know. As hairstylist verse barbers can depend on a lot.
Barbers know how as it's part of their training.

I hope that helps.

Answer 6

a military haircut is the same thing as a flat top haircut and it is about 2-4 inches tall

Answer 7

Very short, its like a 1 all the way around.

Answer 8

if yuo go to a barber shop its about a 2 on sides 2 on top or a 2 on sides 3 on top how ever long you want but no longer than an inch off your head

Answer 9

lets say 0 is the shortest 10 is longest = 0 to 1

Answer 10

Recruits/Boots/Grunts get their hair cut close to the scalp to remove any possibility of lice hiding out and spreading through out the recruiting depot.

After graduating from Boot Camp it is a decision you make and may be your respect for your rank and choice of the privileges of rank.