Lieutenant Peaked Cap - Italian Army Academy (Multi-Branch)

Product overview

The Berretto Luogotenente Pluriarma Accademia Esercito is a rigid male service cap made in khaki cordellino for Luogotenente Pluriarma worn with the ordinary uniform. It is intended for personnel of the Italian Army, including students at the Accademia di Modena, the Scuola Sottufficiali dell'Esercito and the Banda dell'Esercito.

Definition: a formal duty cap (rigid berretto) featuring a circular crown, leather visor and the pluriarma badge, reserved for Italian Army use. Suitable for military duty, ceremonial wear and of interest to military surplus and tactical gear collectors.

Main features

Clear construction and distinctive insignia define the cap; materials and proportions are designed for formal uniform use.

• Design: Rigid cap with tondino (top), circular fusto (body) and slightly curved leather visor.
• Materials: Khaki cordellino outer shell, natural leather visor dyed khaki, satin lining and brown leather sweatband.
• Dimensions: Fusto height about 4 cm; visor width at center about 4.5 cm.
• Distinctive badge: Central fregio pluriarma featuring a Roman cuirass with helmet over crossed rifles, lances, cannons and axes, flanked by oak and laurel branches.
• Soggolo (visor band): Standard Luogotenente band is golden with a 1 mm horizontal stripe and red edging; on request the standard Luogotenente band with a 3 mm black stripe can be fitted.
• Reserved issue: Worn by academy cadets, NCO school students and the Army Band; sale is restricted to eligible buyers (see notes).

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: Wear this berretto as part of the ordinary uniform for Luogotenente Pluriarma during formal duties, drills and ceremonial events. It complements dress and duty uniforms used at the Accademia di Modena, Scuola Sottufficiali and the Banda dell'Esercito.

In most cases, the cap is used for official military duties and academy training where regulation headgear is required. It also suits collectors of military surplus and tactical gear who hold the required documentation.

Care and notes

Basic handling and documentation rules to keep the cap in serviceable condition and to comply with sale restrictions.

• Store in a rigid box or hat form to avoid crushing the crown and visor.
• Keep the satin lining dry; spot-clean the exterior with a soft cloth—avoid machine washing.
• Leather visor may be treated with standard leather care products if needed; test on a small area first.
• Sale is limited: buyers must provide proof of military membership or collectors must send a prefectural license under art. 28 TULPS.

FAQ

Q: Who can purchase the Berretto Luogotenente Pluriarma Accademia Esercito?

A: Only Italian Army personnel may buy the cap directly. Collectors can purchase it if they provide a prefectural license under art. 28 TULPS.

Q: What materials are used in the berretto?

A: The cap is made from khaki cordellino, with a natural leather visor dyed khaki, satin inner lining and a brown leather sweatband.

Q: Can the soggolo (visor band) be customized?

A: Yes. The standard Luogotenente soggolo (gold band with 1 mm horizontal stripe) is fitted by default; on request the standard Luogotenente band with a 3 mm black stripe can be used. Mention this at checkout.

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

A: You must send a copy of your military ID card or enter your barracks address as the delivery location during site registration to confirm eligibility.

Q: Can collectors buy the cap and what documentation is needed?

A: Collectors may buy the cap by providing a copy of the prefectural license in compliance with art. 28 TULPS. The license must be submitted with the order.

Q: Is the berretto currently available?

A: Availability is limited and demand is typically high. Place your order early and include any soggolo preference to help ensure correct fulfillment.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and specify the soggolo preference at checkout; if you are military, use your barracks address as the delivery location. Browse related duty and ceremonial headgear to complete your uniform or collection.