Black Plastic Colonel Rank Tubes - Italian Army

Product overview

Pair of black plastic rank sleeves (tubolari) for Colonnello Esercito and Corpo Militare Croce Rossa, designed to be worn on service jackets. These rank slides are intended for military personnel who require the Colonnello insignia on duty or formal jackets.

Definition: a tubolare is a tubular sleeve rank insignia worn on a jacket to display rank. Suitable for duty jackets, tactical uniforms and military surplus collections where permitted.

Main features

Clean, durable design that clearly shows the Colonnello rank while fitting standard jacket placements.

• High-quality material: durable black plastic construction for long-lasting use.
• Distinctive design: black sleeve with a gold frame, a gold turreted crown and three vertical five-point gold stars.
• Size: measures 6 cm width x 9 cm height (pair included).
• Intended use: for Colonnello rank on Esercito and Corpo Militare Croce Rossa uniforms.
• Restricted sale: purchase requires verification of military affiliation or appropriate collector documentation.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: slide the tubolari into the rank sleeve or position provided on the jacket where Colonnello insignia are normally worn. They are supplied as a pair for left and right sides.

In most cases, these are fitted to service or duty jackets and used during formal duty, ceremonies or in field uniforms where rank sleeves are used. They also suit military surplus displays and archive collections when legally permitted.

Care and notes

Simple care keeps the tubolari looking correct and preserves the gold detailing; follow the purchase and verification rules below.

• Keep dry and clean with a soft cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners that could affect the gold finish.
• Sale is reserved to personnel of the Esercito or Corpo Militare Croce Rossa and is subject to identity verification.
• Collectors must provide a copy of the prefectural license (ex art. 28 TULPS) to complete the purchase.
• Delivery may require the command headquarters address for verification before purchase is allowed.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy the Tubolari Plastica Neri Colonnello Esercito?

A: Only personnel of the Esercito or the Corpo Militare Croce Rossa can purchase them, subject to verification of military ID or command address.

Q: What are the dimensions of the tubolari?

A: Each tubolare measures 6 cm in width and 9 cm in height; the product is sold as a pair.

Q: What material are they made from?

A: They are made from durable black plastic with a gold-colored frame, a gold turreted crown and three gold five-point stars.

Q: Can collectors purchase these tubolari?

A: Yes. Collectors must send a copy of the prefectural license (ex art. 28 TULPS) as proof to complete the purchase.

Q: How do I verify my military affiliation for the purchase?

A: Send a copy of your military ID or enter your command headquarters as the delivery address during registration; we will verify this before allowing the sale.

Q: Are these suitable for tactical or duty use?

A: They are designed for use on duty and service jackets and are suitable for tactical-style uniforms and military surplus items where the wearer is authorized to display the Colonnello rank.

Tip: Choose the correct pair for the Colonnello rank and confirm eligibility before ordering. Browse related duty and tactical items or military surplus accessories to complete your uniform or collection.