Plastic Rank Piping for Lieutenant Uniform - Italian Army

Product overview

These Tubolari Plastica Tenente Esercito are rank insignia sleeves designed for Lieutenants in the Esercito Italiano. They are made for officers who need an official, durable rank insignia for service uniforms, shirts, or sweaters.

Definition: A tubolare is a sleeve-like plastic rank badge that slips over the uniform shoulder strap to show the officer’s rank. Suitable for tactical, military surplus, duty and police-style uniforms where regulation insignia are required.

Main features

Compact, durable and made to fit official uniform shoulder straps while keeping the standard appearance of the Tenente rank.

• Material: thermosealed plastic for long life and weather resistance.
• Finish: scratch-resistant surface with gold-coloured metal-effect trim.
• Design: gold frame with two five-point stars, official rank emblem.
• Variants: kaki background for shirt/sweater and black background for service jacket.
• Dimensions: Width 5.5 cm, Length 8.5 cm, compliant with typical regulation sizes.
• Fit: sleeve-style construction for quick, stable application to standard shoulder straps.

How to use / When it’s useful

Slip the tubolare over the shoulder strap of the uniform so the stars face outward and sit flat. They are useful whenever you need a regulation appearance on shirt, sweater or service jacket during duty or formal events.

Quick answer: they slide on as a sheath and stay in place for normal wear. In most cases, use the kaki variant for shirts and sweaters and the black variant for the service jacket to match uniform rules.

Care and notes

Basic care keeps the tubolari looking sharp and ensures the gold finish lasts.

• Clean with a soft cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners.
• Store in a dry place away from direct heat to prevent warping.
• Product reserved to members of the Esercito Italiano; sale requires document verification.
• Collectors must provide a licenza prefettizia ex art. 28 TULPS when applicable.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy the Tenente tubolari?

A: They are reserved for members of the Esercito Italiano. Purchase requires document verification by the seller.

Q: What variants are available?

A: Two variants: kaki background for shirt and sweater, and black background for the service jacket.

Q: How do I attach them to my uniform?

A: They are sheath-style tubolari that slide over the shoulder strap for a secure fit and stable appearance during normal duty use.

Q: What are the materials and finish?

A: Made of thermosealed plastic with a scratch-resistant surface and gold-coloured trim for lasting brightness.

Q: How do I send documents for verification?

A: Send a copy of your military ID or service certificate through the store’s contact form or indicate your barracks as the delivery address for verification.

Q: Can collectors buy this item?

A: Yes, collectors may purchase only with a licenza prefettizia ex art. 28 TULPS; a copy of the license must be provided during verification.

Tip: Choose the correct variant (kaki for shirts/sweaters, black for service jackets) and check the 5.5 cm x 8.5 cm dimensions to ensure fit. Browse related tactical and military surplus insignia to complete your uniform set on the store.