Army Qualification Badges & Bars

The Army Marksmanship Qualification badges are awarded in three grades (highest to lowest): expert, sharpshooter, and marksman. At Army Surplus World, we carry army marksman ship badges and awards in "no shine" silver. The shiny rank is "No Shine" meaning it is easily polished with a damp cloth - no elbow grease needed. The qualification badges are made in the USA, regulation ready and certified, and guaranteed to not chip or tarnish. We carry all the army qualification bars from rifle to rocket launcher to go on the qualification badges. Shop now for the best selection of army marksmanship badges and awards.

FAQ

What are the three grades of Army marksmanship qualification badges?

The three grades are Marksman, Sharpshooter, and Expert, awarded from lowest to highest proficiency. Marksman requires 23 to 29 hits, Sharpshooter requires 30 to 35 hits, and Expert requires 36 to 40 hits on the Army's 40-target qualification course. Each badge has a distinct design, with the Expert badge featuring a laurel wreath around the center.

What is the difference between a qualification badge and a qualification bar?

A qualification badge identifies the tier of marksmanship achieved, while a qualification bar is a smaller attachment that hangs beneath the badge to specify the weapon system used during qualification. For example, a soldier who qualifies as Expert with a rifle would wear the Expert badge with a Rifle bar suspended below it. A single badge can hold up to three bars.

What qualification bars are available to pair with an Army marksmanship badge?

Army Surplus World carries a wide range of qualification bars to complement marksmanship badges, including options for rifle, pistol, mortar, grenade, machine gun, missile, field artillery, bayonet, M-16, mechanic, driver, and anti-aircraft artillery. Each bar identifies the specific weapon or skill for which the soldier qualified.

What finish do the qualification badges and bars at Army Surplus World come in?

The badges and bars use a no-shine silver finish, sometimes called stay-bright, that stays polished with nothing more than a wipe from a damp cloth. No polish or elbow grease is needed. Some expert badges are also available in an oxidized silver option for a more subdued look.

Are the Army qualification badges sold at Army Surplus World regulation size and made in the USA?

Yes, the qualification badges carried by Army Surplus World are regulation size, made in the USA, and certified to military specifications. They are also guaranteed not to chip or tarnish, making them suitable for wear on dress uniforms as well as for display and collection purposes.