MIL-DTL-82161C(MC)
3.6.1.1. Stitches, seams and stitchings. The stitch, seam, and
stitching types specified in Table I shall conform to
FED-STD-751.
3.6.1.2. Overedge stitching. Overedge or serge stitching shall
be done on serging machines with knife attachment properly set to
trim the raw edge when overedged without cutting the material.
3.6.1.3. Tacking and backstitching. Ends of seams and stitching
produced with stitch type 301, when not caught in other seams or
stitching, shall be backtacked not less than 1/4 inch. Thread
breaks (all stitch types) shall be secured by stitching back of
break not less than 1/2 inch. When stitch type 401 is used, ends
of seams and stitching shall be caught in other seams or
stitching, and skipped stitches and thread breaks may be repaired
using stitch type 301 backstitched not less than 1/2 inch on each
side of the skip or break.
3.6.2 Shade marking. The component parts of the trousers shall
be shade marked to ensure a uniform shade and size throughout the
garment. Any method of shade marking may be used except:
a.
Corrosive metal fastening devices.
b.
Sew-on shade tickets.
c.
Adhesive type tickets which show discolorations or
leave traces of paper or adhesive mass on the material upon the
removal of the tickets.
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