So those got swapped to brown marble buttons instead and it has served very well ever since

Vinyl Bulgarian Army Emblen Sleeve Patch

5" / Long - Label suggests an 85cm length

along with some markings

but the medal ribbons are all in place

British RAF 60s Ike Battledress Blouse Jacket - WRAF - Medium SIZE 6 NBCP So those got swapped toAt a glance 100% Wool Material 2 Button Chest Pockets Button & Hook Closure Defence Medal & War Medal 1939 1945 Ribbon Bar Senior Aircraftswoman Rank Patches Swooping Eagle Shoulder Patches Shoulder Epaulettes Tailored by James Smith & Co of Derby Classic Royal Air Force Blue Colour Pit to Pit: 19" Suggested Size: Medium Slim Label reads size 6 Sleeve Length: 20. 5" X Short Collar to Hem: 18" Vintage Militaria Issued 1960's 1970's Cold War Post War