Merchant Navy Striping Up Service
Our Merchant Navy Striping Up service includes the complete removal and replacement of rank lace using regulation 2% gold lace, hand sewn using traditional tailoring techniques by our experienced uniform tailoring team.
Whether you are progressing in rank, changing appointment or updating an existing uniform, every garment is carefully reranked to ensure a professional finish and compliance with company or organisational requirements.
All work is completed in-house at Tin Trousers HQ by our security-cleared team, ensuring your uniform remains safe, secure and under our direct control throughout the process.
Turnaround Times
Standard Service
Up to 4 weeks from receipt of your uniform.
Urgent Service
Approximately 2 weeks from receipt of your uniform.
Emergency Service
Under 7 days from receipt of your uniform.
If you have a joining date, promotion, inspection or other deadline, please contact us before booking and we will advise on the most suitable service.
Uniform Drop Off
Uniforms can be dropped off:
At Tin Trousers HQ, Gosport Marina
In our secure locker within HMS Nelson Wardroom
During one of our regular on-site tailoring clinics
If using the HMS Nelson locker, please ensure your uniform is clearly labelled with your name and contact details.
Postal Service
Unable to visit us in person? We offer a secure UK-wide postal service.
Please send your uniform to:
Tin Trousers
Charles House
Gosport Marina
Gosport
PO12 1FJ
We recommend using a tracked and insured postal service when sending uniforms.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience and more than 125 years of combined tailoring experience within our team, Tin Trousers is trusted by military personnel, maritime professionals and uniformed organisations throughout the UK.
All work is completed in-house by our security-cleared team using regulation materials and traditional tailoring techniques. Unlike some tailoring services, we hand sew all rank lace and do not use glue or shortcuts.
Every uniform is completed to the highest possible standard, ensuring a smart, professional appearance suitable for service at sea and formal occasions ashore.
Merchant Navy Striping Up Service
Our Merchant Navy Striping Up service includes the complete removal and replacement of rank lace using regulation 2% gold lace, hand sewn using traditional tailoring techniques by our experienced uniform tailoring team.
Whether you are progressing in rank, changing appointment or updating an existing uniform, every garment is carefully reranked to ensure a professional finish and compliance with company or organisational requirements.
All work is completed in-house at Tin Trousers HQ by our security-cleared team, ensuring your uniform remains safe, secure and under our direct control throughout the process.
Turnaround Times
Standard Service
Up to 4 weeks from receipt of your uniform.
Urgent Service
Approximately 2 weeks from receipt of your uniform.
Emergency Service
Under 7 days from receipt of your uniform.
If you have a joining date, promotion, inspection or other deadline, please contact us before booking and we will advise on the most suitable service.
Uniform Drop Off
Uniforms can be dropped off:
At Tin Trousers HQ, Gosport Marina
In our secure locker within HMS Nelson Wardroom
During one of our regular on-site tailoring clinics
If using the HMS Nelson locker, please ensure your uniform is clearly labelled with your name and contact details.
Postal Service
Unable to visit us in person? We offer a secure UK-wide postal service.
Please send your uniform to:
Tin Trousers
Charles House
Gosport Marina
Gosport
PO12 1FJ
We recommend using a tracked and insured postal service when sending uniforms.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience and more than 125 years of combined tailoring experience within our team, Tin Trousers is trusted by military personnel, maritime professionals and uniformed organisations throughout the UK.
All work is completed in-house by our security-cleared team using regulation materials and traditional tailoring techniques. Unlike some tailoring services, we hand sew all rank lace and do not use glue or shortcuts.
Every uniform is completed to the highest possible standard, ensuring a smart, professional appearance suitable for service at sea and formal occasions ashore.
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