Hmm. A bit more complex answer. The 1972 "master pattern" is a real interesting question, as at that time, the army was moving to the CF uniform without shoulder titles. The service dress tunic was made without shoulder straps and the intention was to minimize regimental identification, limiting it to the cap badge. With the issue of DEU uniforms in the late 80's (coincidental with the second date on the pattern), metal shoulder titles were once again introduced.
Marc may be correct about the master pattern being kept under government control, but the practice in the Canadian system has been to have many sealed patterns, which are "loaned" to the manufacturer to use as a samples and prepare bids for contracts. They were to be returned.
One big question, is the example shown in private hands?
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