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  Re: Paladin mk2 Hardsuit
 
(...) It's short for "Mark" which is a term that's been used for at least 150 years in the military (and elsewhere?) to denote advances or upgrades. As to where it originates, I am not sure. Maybe something to do with marking progress? Definition 7C (...) (20 years ago, 30-May-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
 
  Re: Paladin mk2 Hardsuit
 
(...) I wish I had my references to hand, but here's what I'm given to understand from my background: "Mark" refers to the point in progressive development where a system or piece of equipment is "frozen"--sort of like the "high water mark" or the (...) (20 years ago, 30-May-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)

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