[VIDEO] Greg Petronzi from "True Patina" Compares Vintage and Contemporary Pass-Through Military Straps

Vintage vs. Contemporary

With a sharp eye for details, Grag compared vintage straps with their modern counterparts. He primarily focused on natos manufactured by Phoenix, the UK company administered by the MoD to supply the military with pass-through straps.

Material Variation:
One of the biggest differences is in the webbing. Vintage straps, particularly those in the classic Admiralty Gray color, had a diverse array of hues, ranging from grays to hints of teal and even purple. In contrast, contemporary iterations feature a darker, more uniform blue tone.

Hardware Construction:
There are also disparities in hardware construction. Vintage straps often were equipped with thinner keepers. Additionally, the hardware was typically made from chrome-plated brass, gradually revealing the underlying brass as the chrome patina wore off over time.

Thickness and Feel:
Greg noted a difference in thickness between vintage and contemporary straps. Vintage ones measured approximately 1.2mm thick, while contemporary counterparts hovered around 1mm thick.

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