Overwatch Downunder said:On the version I had, the small standard buttons on the pockets of the jacket and trousers (even on the belt loops) were the modern slotted type, and were identical to what was on the OG107s a la early 80's.
That was the second batch to hit the shops. The OG version followed the same sequence - civvy pattern sewn-on buttons first, and slotted buttons on the later ones. I have one of each type of DPM shirts, and one pair of the later version of the trousers.
Overwatch Downunder said:Perhaps there was a mixture of aftermarket and ealier, 'TZ' DPM 107 patt at one time?
I don't believe that any of this was ever intended for the Tanzanians, given the amount of it available, and that it was produced in OG107 and DPM simultaneously, with two types of buttons, and simplified (no mag pockets in the lower cargo pockets, nylon lining and pen pocket in the upper pockets, inner shirt pocket, or military style label). I have never seen the original Tanzanian stuff, but I would guess that it was made from British fabric.