Which direction does the Army belt point?
Quick Answer
The excess belt passes through the buckle and the end points to the wearer's left.
Per AR 670-1, all belts must be worn so that:
- The excess belt passes through the buckle
- The belt doubles back on itself
- The end of the belt points to the wearer's left
- The belt does not extend beyond the tip of the buckle by more than 2 inches
This applies to both the OCP rigger belt (coyote tan) and the service uniform belt (black with brass buckle).
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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Local command policy may be more restrictive. Always verify with your chain of command.