Originally Posted by
Omar 111
I have a good friend fast approaching his retirement from the Navy after 25+ years. I remember our officers pitching in for a nice squadron gift for retiring squadronmates, but can't really remember any individual gifts being given.
Anybody have the gouge on what would be appropriate/expected for such an occasion? Thanks for any thoughts/ideas you may have.
Omar
Standard retirement gift could include shadow box, signed framed litho or something along those lines.
If its a personal gift from you to him that's your choice/option. Normally the member's last command will take care of the retirement gift as mentioned above. I
If its a group of friends pitching in for a former squadron mate, I have seen a chromed gun barrel, stick grip(mounted) or other items unique to the aircraft y'all flew. Those items are tough to get unless you know someone in squadron/wing/tycom maintenance that can pull a string or two for you. Good luck, you have a lot of options assuming you have the time to put it together.