Be patient and aware of the promotional flow of the army system. Typically it takes 18 months to reach lieutenant, four years for captain, 10 years for major status, 16 for lieutenant colonel and approximately 20 to 22 years for colonel.
Wrap the wide end behind the narrow end from right to left. Bring the wide end in front and over the loop between the collar and tie. Wrap the wide end around the narrow part one more time and slip up through the loop again. Loosely stabilizing the knot, slip the wide end through it.
Everything you need to know about knitted ties. Wear them in summer. Wear them in winter. Wear them with a suit. Wear them with a denim jacket and slim-cut cargo trousers. These are the ever-changing rules of the knitted tie. If you're wondering where to start (whether it be what width to go for, which knot to use or whether a pattern is acceptable), we've broken down everything you need to know - meaning that while your tie might be knitted, your brow certainly won't be.