Plastic Tubular Rank Insignia, 2nd Lt, Guardia di Finanza (Old Model)

Product overview

The Tubolari Plastica Sottotenente GdF Vecchio Modello are a pair of heat-sealed plastic rank slides intended for serving personnel of the Guardia di Finanza and for licensed collectors. Definition: these tubolari are the old-model, trapezoidal plastic rank insignia for the rank of Sottotenente, with a grey background, yellow plastic frame and a five-pointed gold plastic star.

Designed for use on duty uniforms and of interest to tactical, military surplus and police collectors, they reproduce the historic Guardia di Finanza style and are sold under restricted conditions.

Main features

Compact summary of the main points and benefits.

• Material: Heat-sealed plastic construction for consistent shape and finish.
• Authentic old model design: Trapezoidal grey background, yellow plastic frame and central five-pointed gold plastic star.
• Pair: Supplied as a pair of tubolari for both shoulders.
• Clear rank ID: The five-pointed gold star identifies the rank of Sottotenente.
• Reserved sale: Available only to Guardia di Finanza personnel or collectors with the required prefectoral license (art. 28 TULPS).
• Suitable for: Duty uniforms, historical kits and military collections.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: Wear these tubolari on the uniform locations designated by your unit's regulations to display the Sottotenente rank. In most cases, they replace worn old-model insignia or are used when the older style is required.

These tubolari are useful for active Guardia di Finanza personnel maintaining historical or existing uniform patterns, and for licensed collectors documenting or completing a military surplus collection. Always follow your unit’s uniform rules for placement and use.

Care and notes

Basic care and seller requirements to keep the tubolari in good condition and to complete your purchase.

• Wipe clean with a soft, damp cloth; avoid aggressive solvents or abrasives.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to high heat or direct flame to prevent deformation of the plastic.
• Sale is reserved for Guardia di Finanza personnel and collectors with a prefectoral license (art. 28 TULPS); documentation is required at purchase.
• Provide a copy of your ID card or indicate the barracks address as the delivery location during site registration.
• Limited stock availability; availability is subject to verification of eligibility.

FAQ

Q: Who can purchase the Tubolari Plastica Sottotenente GdF Vecchio Modello?

A: Only serving personnel of the Guardia di Finanza and collectors holding a prefectoral license under art. 28 TULPS may buy this product. Eligibility is verified before sale.

Q: What documents are required to complete the purchase?

A: Guardia di Finanza personnel must send a copy of their service ID or use their barracks as the delivery address. Collectors must provide a copy of the prefectoral license (art. 28 TULPS).

Q: What material are the tubolari made of?

A: They are made of heat-sealed plastic, as stated in the product description, ensuring consistent finish and shape.

Q: What does the design look like?

A: The tubolari have a trapezoidal grey background framed in yellow plastic with a central five-pointed gold plastic star identifying the Sottotenente rank.

Q: Can I buy these tubolari if I am not a Guardia di Finanza member?

A: No. Sales are restricted to Guardia di Finanza personnel or collectors who provide the required prefectoral license (art. 28 TULPS).

Q: Is availability unlimited and how quickly can I receive them?

A: Availability is limited. Orders are processed after eligibility verification, so delivery time depends on document approval and standard shipping times.

Tip: Choose the correct variant or pair and confirm delivery to your barracks if required; check related tactical and military surplus items to complete your uniform or collection.