Brass or aluminium?
Both Six Stars models are M-65 reproductions in OG-107 olive, with the same cloth and the same cut. The difference is the main zip.
| Detail | 3rd Pattern | 2nd Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Main zip | Brass | Aluminium |
| Hardware tone | Warm, golden; darkens with wear | Cool, silver |
| Historical period | Early 1970s onward | Late 1960s to early 1970s |
| Colour | OG-107 olive | OG-107 olive |
| Made | To order, Sialkot, Pakistan | To order, Sialkot, Pakistan |
Pattern names describe the historical design we reproduce. They do not mean the jacket is vintage or original military issue. Fabric composition, liner and care details are added to each listing when the production run is measured.