Navy · RATING history

FP Pipefitter

In 1958, the Navy's Pipefitter (FP) rating changed to Shipfitter (SF). Shipfitter was re-established that year from the Metalsmith and Pipefitter ratings.

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Documented history

Pipefitter

The change is dated to 1958; no month or day is given.

Source extraction notes

Malin/BUPERS source assertion: changed to Shipfitter 1958. | Re-established from Metalsmith and Pipefitter 1958. Normalized as merged/included. Reconciles 2 reciprocal, grade-specific, or repeated source assertions for the same predecessor/date.

Source documents (2)

Reviewed September 23, 2026 against references 1, 2 and 3.

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