I was a Recruiter before I came to Iraq.
The age limit of 39 is for folks with no prior service. We adjust it upwards for veterans who come back off the bench. It's possible for 46-year-olds to come home, depending on how long they were in before.
Hell, I almost brought back a 42yo fella, even using the regs before this change - he was prior USAF who wanted to go Army Guard.
I'll look for the applicable regs, if anyone asks.
whats with the weight restriction? does this hamper our recruiting?
I beat "the system" in Oct 2001 after
the Navy AND National Guard
told me I was "too old" at 53 to serve again.
The only difference is I don't make a dime,
and have to buy my own uniforms.
If someone is REALLY serious about serving again
they can find a way, if they are up to the challenge.