TM 10-8400-203-23 1-6.  ITEM    CLASSIFICATION    CRITERIA–Continued (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) (I) (m) (n) Buttons.  Replacement  buttons  visible  on  outer  garments  when  worn  should  be  of  a  size,  shape,  and color like those originally affixed. Buttons which are not visible when a garment is being worn need not be specifically of the same color but should be of the same size. Buttonholes.  Buttonholes  should  not  be  enlarged  or  ripped. Frayed Edges. No edge should appear ragged due to worn or broken threads. Linings. Linings in all outer garments must be in a complete state of repair. Repair may include minor patches.  The  patch  does  not  have  to  exactly  match  the  color  of  the  lining,  but  should  be  reasonably similar in color. Patches and darns. Patches and darns should not be visible on outer dress clothing when worn. Pockets.  Pockets  must  be  clean  and  in  a  complete  state  of  repair.  Any  repairs  will  be  of  a  wear expectancy  similar  to  that  of  the  remainder  of  the  garment.  Replaced  pockets  must  be  of  a  size consistent  with  those  originally  in  garment. Belt loops. All belt loops on trousers will be the same as on any new garment of a like make, including shade, material, and number. Fading, Except for those items designed as work-type garments, there should be no obvious fading. NOTE Fading which does not cause conspicuous deviation from original shade will be permitted  for  work-type  garments. Insignia marks. Chevron, overseas service organizational shoulder, or other insignia marks, caused by fading or discoloration, will prohibit serviceable classification. Insignia marks which are not conspicuous will  be  permitted  on  work-type  garments. Identification  marks.  Marks  of  identification  include  those  made  at   issue  point  and  those  made  by individuals.   These   should   be   lined   out   or   obliterated.   A   mark   is   considered   obliterated   when   its cancellation  is  readily  evident. Spots and stains. Spots and stains should not be easily discernible at a casual glance when the garment is being worn. Hardware. Hardware will not be bent, broken, or missing. Bright and shiny hardware will not disqualify items  from  a  serviceable  classification. (3)  Items  of  organizational  clothing  and  equipment  will  require  the  following  for  classification  in  serviceable condition codes (A or B): (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) (I) Complete state of repair. See (2)(a) above. Cleaned. Must be in a clean (laundered, dry cleaned, sterilized, or painted) condition. Buttons. See (2)(c) above. Fasteners. All present and of the same size originally affixed to item. Buttonholes.  See  (2)(d)  above. Frayed edges. Frayed edges of an inconspicuous or minor nature will be permitted. Linings. See (2)(f) above. Patches  and  darns.  Patches  and  darns  will  be  permitted,  provided  their  color  is  similar  to  that  of  the original  material. Pockets. See (2)(h) above. Belt loops. See (2)(i) above. Fading.  Fading  will  be  permitted. Identifying marks. See (2)(1) above. (m) Spots or stains. 1. Items worn by individuals. Small paint, grease, or other spots or stains will be permitted if garment or  other  item  is  otherwise  completely  serviceable. 2.  All  other  organizational  items.  Spots  and  stains  will  not  be  considered  a  determining  factor  in classifying this category of property if such spots and stains are of a minor nature. 1-3