Colonel Commander's Horse Artillery Kepi

Product overview

The Chepì Colonnello Comandante Artiglieria a Cavallo is the ceremonial peaked cap worn by the Colonel Commander of the Artiglieria a Cavallo regiment. It is intended for serving military personnel and licensed collectors who require an authentic uniform headdress.

Definition: this Chepì is a handcrafted military ceremonial hat made to regimental specifications, combining traditional details with durable materials. Suitable for military uniforms, collectors of military surplus, and ceremonial duty use.

Main features

Handmade to reflect the historical look of the regiment, this Chepì includes traditional insignia and finishing. Key features include:

• Exterior: body wrapped in khaki wool cloth for an authentic, durable finish
• End cap: closed with an olive-green plastic rim for a secure edge
• Interior: fully lined with a brown sweatband (alluda) for comfort during long wear
• Accessories included: rank insignia, mountings, buttons, tassel, braided cords, tricolor cockade, regimental badge, soggolo (chinstrap) and braid
• Plume (criniera): designed for parade, honor guard, and full-dress uniform occasions

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: wear this Chepì for formal military duties such as guard duties, parades, honor services and winter dress uniform. In most cases, the plume is worn on national and regimental feast days and removed on ordinary days unless specified by regulation.

The Chepì is part of the standard uniform kit for Artiglieria a Cavallo personnel. It is commonly used for picket and guard services at barracks, ceremonial parades, and formal winter duty. It also appeals to licensed collectors of military surplus and historical uniform items.

Care and notes

Store the Chepì in a cool, dry place and handle the mounted insignia with care to preserve the handcrafted details.

• Production on order: allow 20 working days for manufacture.
• Available in multiple sizes—refer to the size guide to choose the correct fit.
• Purchase restrictions: sale reserved to serving military who can prove regimental membership and to collectors with a valid prefectoral license under art. 28 TULPS.
• Plume is removable for days when regulations require no criniera.

FAQ

Q: What materials are used for the Chepì?

A: The body is covered with khaki wool cloth, the end is closed with an olive-green plastic rim, and the interior has a brown sweatband (alluda) and lining for comfort.

Q: How long does production take?

A: Each Chepì is made to order. Production time is approximately 20 working days from order confirmation.

Q: Who can buy this Chepì?

A: Sales are reserved to serving military personnel who can prove regimental membership and to collectors presenting a valid prefectoral license per art. 28 TULPS.

Q: How do I order the Chepì?

A: Use the contact function on the Tutto Militare website to send a copy of your military ID or prefectoral license. Orders are confirmed after verification and then go into production.

Q: Are there different sizes available?

A: Yes. The Chepì is offered in various sizes to ensure a correct fit. Please consult the size guide before ordering to choose the appropriate variant.

Q: When should the plume (criniera) be worn?

A: The criniera is intended for parade, honor services and full-dress uniform. It is usually worn on national and regimental feast days and removed on ordinary service days unless regulations state otherwise.

Tip: Choose the correct size using the size guide and prepare required documents before ordering. Browse related ceremonial headdresses and uniform accessories to complete your kit without rushing the selection.