Neck Gaiter - Italian Army Lieutenant Colonel, Desert Tan

Product overview

The Tubolarino TAN Desert Tenente Colonnello EI is a rank patch made for Italian Army (Esercito Italiano) and the Corpo Militare della Croce Rossa, intended for tenente colonnello officers serving in desert environments. Definition: a tubolarino is a tubular rank insignia designed to fit the designated sleeve area of the EI desert combat uniform.

This item is also available to licensed collectors (prefectural license ex art. 28 TULPS) under the required verification. It suits buyers looking for authentic military surplus insignia, tactical patches, or duty uniform items.

Main features

Clear, service-oriented design with durable construction and official dimensions for the EI desert combat uniform.

• Official design: Crown turret of the Italian Republic topped by two five-point stars embroidered in hazelnut-colored thread.
• High-quality materials: Made to resist wear and maintain appearance in field conditions.
• Exact size: Measures 5 x 7.5 cm to fit the EI desert camouflage combat uniform.
• Uniform compatibility: Specifically produced for the EI desert camouflage pattern and combat uniform sleeve area.
• Restricted sale: Available to Italian Army personnel, Corpo Militare Croce Rossa, or collectors with a valid prefectoral license.
• Limited availability: Produced in limited quantities and frequently in demand by service members and collectors.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: the tubolarino is for wear on the designated sleeve area of the EI desert combat uniform according to service regulations. It is intended to display the rank of Tenente Colonnello while on duty or in field service.

In most cases, units will follow internal uniform rules for fitting and placement; provide the required identification when ordering so delivery can be arranged to a barracks address if needed. This patch is useful for field duty, garrison use, and verified military collections where authentic rank insignia are required.

Care and notes

Basic care and ordering notes to preserve appearance and to meet purchase requirements.

• Store flat and keep dry to preserve embroidery and shape.
• Clean gently following the garment care instructions for your EI desert uniform; avoid abrasive cleaning methods.
• Sale requires verification: send a copy of your military ID or provide the barracks delivery address during site registration.
• Collectors must supply a copy of the prefectoral license (ex art. 28 TULPS) to complete the purchase.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy the Tubolarino TAN Desert Tenente Colonnello EI?

A: The patch is reserved for Italian Army personnel and the Corpo Militare della Croce Rossa. Collectors may buy it only with a valid prefectoral license (ex art. 28 TULPS).

Q: What are the dimensions of the tubolarino?

A: The tubolarino measures 5 x 7.5 cm, sized to fit the designated sleeve area of the EI desert combat uniform.

Q: What materials are used for the patch?

A: It is made from durable materials with embroidered details intended to withstand regular use in field conditions. The embroidery uses hazelnut-colored thread for the stars.

Q: How do I prove I belong to the military to complete the purchase?

A: You must send a copy of your military ID or enter the barracks address as the delivery location during site registration. This verifies eligibility for the reserved sale.

Q: Can collectors purchase this item?

A: Yes. Collectors must provide a copy of the prefectoral license (ex art. 28 TULPS) to verify legal ownership and complete the sale.

Q: Is the Tubolarino TAN Desert in stock?

A: Availability is limited and demand is high among service members and collectors. We recommend verifying stock at purchase and submitting required documentation promptly.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and verify delivery options before checkout; browse related tactical and military surplus insignia if you need matching patches or additional duty uniform items.