text: I know, I had the privilege of working with the EOD team at my first command. CoC wouldnt approve my request for BUDS... I was recommended by the E8(Senior Chief). My Division officer hated most everyone in his Division - Navy thing, he was an airedale(worked with planes), before getting a commision. His first assignment was Boilers on an Aircraft Carrier, the one I was stationed on. Long story as to why I was assigned to EOD but basically blow up all TS equipment if we were overtaken by commies...