Rat, this is what I used for my masters license…
Date
Commanding Officer (R.E.C.)
U.S.C.G. Marine Safety Officer
U.S. Custom House
Dear Sir,
I am a U.S.C.G. Licensed Master and am writing this letter on behalf of (your name here). I have known (your name here) for atleast ten years and find him to be a reliable person with strong leadership skills, capable of operating vessels and serving as Captain.
It is my pleaseure to recommend (your name here) to the Coast Gaurd for his masters license.
Sincerly,
sign_________________ license #________________
print_________________
address_______________
phone number_______________
Hope this helps you out.
Splash