Embroidered Colonel Shoulder Boards - Italian Army

Product overview

These Controspalline Ricamate Colonnello Esercito are a pair of embroidered Colonel shoulder boards made for the Esercito Italiano ordinary uniform and for authorized personnel of the Corpo Militare Croce Rossa. Definition: a pair of rigid, khaki embroidered shoulder boards showing the Colonel rank (crown and three five-point stars).

Made from durable khaki fabric with gold canutiglia thread, they are intended for duty use and military collections under the applicable rules. The item is reserved for qualified military personnel or verified collectors and is available within one month from payment.

Main features

Professional, service-grade shoulder boards designed to match the Esercito Italiano ordinary uniform. Useful for duty, tactical use, and military surplus collections.

• High-quality materials: durable khaki fabric for long wear.
• Embroidered rank: gold canutiglia crown with three five-point stars for Colonel.
• Size: 5.5 cm width x 12.5 cm height (pair).
• Rigid construction: firm shape suitable for regular uniform use.
• Limited availability: shipped within 1 month from payment.
• Restricted sale: reserved for Esercito Italiano personnel or Corpo Militare Croce Rossa; collectors require prefectoral license under art. 28 TULPS.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: attach the shoulder boards to the ordinary uniform where rank insignia are required, following your service dress regulations. They provide a clean, authoritative appearance for duty and official wear.

In most cases, these are purchased by serving Esercito Italiano members or Corpo Militare Croce Rossa personnel who need approved rank insignia; verified collectors may buy them after providing the required license. Use them for daily duty, inspections, or to complete a uniform set for display in a military surplus collection.

Care and notes

Simple care keeps the embroidery and fabric in good condition; follow uniform care rules and handle the boards gently.

• Spot clean or gently hand clean—avoid machine washing to protect the embroidery.
• Store flat to prevent deformation of the rigid backing and embroidered details.
• Sale requires verification: send a copy of your military ID or enter your barracks as the delivery address at registration.
• Collectors must provide a copy of the prefectoral license according to art. 28 TULPS.

FAQ

Q: Who can purchase these shoulder boards?

A: Only serving personnel of the Esercito Italiano or the Corpo Militare Croce Rossa can purchase them, subject to ID verification. Verified collectors can buy with the required license.

Q: What are the exact dimensions?

A: Each shoulder board measures 5.5 cm wide by 12.5 cm high. They are sold as a pair.

Q: What materials are used?

A: Khaki fabric with rank embroidery in gold canutiglia thread; construction is rigid to maintain shape for uniform use.

Q: How long will delivery take?

A: The product is available within one month from payment. Limited stock and high demand can affect lead time.

Q: How do I prove eligibility to buy?

A: Provide a copy of your military ID during purchase or use your barracks as the delivery address when registering on the site.

Q: Can collectors buy these shoulder boards?

A: Yes; collectors must send a copy of the prefectoral license in accordance with art. 28 TULPS to complete the purchase.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and check the size before checkout; consider browsing related military surplus and duty accessories to complete your uniform or collection.