I'll be attempting to do a wrap for a vet on his favorite rod. It's a split grip and this will be going in the split area. I'm thinking of going with a field of stars under the ribbon which is a VUA. The cork and finish on the rod are in need of some attention,but I figure I should be finished by opening day.

_{That will be cool!  I like the whole idea of it!  Service ribbons, medals, branch, rank insignia on fishing rods for vets....nice!}

Is that a silver star attached to that VUA?

Is that a silver star attached to that VUA?

Yes it is.The VUA is awarded to the entire unit en lieu of the individuals in it and so it was designed with the Silver Star's ribbon at it's center. The same criteria must be met, but the unit is considered as an individual when doing so. Similar to the Presidential Unit Citation only in that there is no medal awarded and it is worn on the right side.

That is very cool, and like Jeff said perfect for rod customization.