the diferences between models of MA-1

[sshmuck]

what are the differences between all these models?

mil-j-8279
mil-j-8279a
mil-j-8279b
mil-j-8279c
mil-j-8279d
mil-j-8279e
mil-j-8279f
mil-j-8279g
mil-j-8279g-amendment-1

i dont know how these fit in the timeline but i know they exist
mil-j-82790j
mil-j-82798

 

[Doctor Damage]

We have a long thread focusing on MA1 jackets, mostly military, which I suggest you check out. Here's the link:

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/ma-1-flight-jacket.72250/

 

[Blackadder]

what are the differences between all these models?

mil-j-8279
mil-j-8279a
mil-j-8279b
mil-j-8279c
mil-j-8279d
mil-j-8279e
mil-j-8279f
mil-j-8279g
mil-j-8279g-amendment-1

i dont know how these fit in the timeline but i know they exist
mil-j-82790j
mil-j-82798

Short version is they removed the tab for oxygen mask, added pocket flap then removed the flap, changed to orange lining. Those are the obvious differences I think. Well, the zippers vary due to the era and maker.