Second Lieutenant Shoulder Boards - Armed Forces

Product overview

The Soggolo Sottotenente Forze Armate is a rank-specific hat band made for Sub-Lieutenant officers of the Italian Armed Forces, and for civilians who hold the required prefettizia license (ex art. 28 TULPS). It is intended for service and ceremonial peaked caps used by military, tactical and police duty uniforms.

Definition: A soggolo is a narrow decorative ribbon worn above the visor of a peaked cap to indicate rank and unit affiliation.

Main features

Reliable construction and a clear rank design make this soggolo suitable for active service, ceremonial use and collectors of military surplus items.

• Material: Golden fabric ribbon, durable and designed for long use.
• Dimension: Ribbon height 11 mm.
• Rank detail: Two golden rank stripes (galloncini) edged in black on both sides, placed at temple height.
• Attachment: Fits above the visor and fastens with two golden metal buttons.
• Restricted sale: Not for general retail — available to military personnel and civilians with a prefettizia license (ex art. 28 TULPS).
• Historical value: Represents rank and service; also of interest to verified collectors.

How to use / When it’s useful

Quick answer: Position the soggolo above the cap visor at temple height and secure it with the two golden metal buttons provided.

In most cases, the soggolo is worn on service or ceremonial peaked caps to display Sub-Lieutenant rank. When ordering, military customers must indicate the command headquarters as the delivery location; civilian buyers must provide a copy of the prefettizia license (ex art. 28 TULPS) to complete purchase.

Care and notes

Basic care will help preserve the appearance and longevity of the soggolo; follow these practical notes before use and purchase.

• Clean with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth; avoid soaking or aggressive solvents.
• Store flat or on the cap to avoid creasing the ribbon.
• Sale restrictions apply: military personnel should specify their command as delivery address; civilians must supply the required license copy.
• Design is fixed for the Sub-Lieutenant model and is not available in other color variants.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy the Soggolo Sottotenente Forze Armate?

A: Only active military personnel and civilians holding a prefettizia license (ex art. 28 TULPS) are authorized to purchase this item.

Q: How is the soggolo attached to the cap?

A: Place it above the visor at temple height and fasten it using the two golden metal buttons supplied. No special tools are required.

Q: What are the soggolo dimensions?

A: The golden ribbon is 11 mm high. The two rank stripes are positioned on both sides at temple level.

Q: Can I buy this soggolo without a license?

A: No. This product is not for general sale. Civilian buyers must provide a copy of the prefettizia license ex art. 28 TULPS to complete an order.

Q: Is the soggolo available in other colors or designs?

A: The Sub-Lieutenant soggolo is supplied only in the specified gold ribbon with golden rank stripes edged in black and is not offered in other designs.

Q: Where will my order be delivered?

A: Military personnel must indicate their command headquarters as the delivery address during registration. Civilian deliveries require license verification before dispatch.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and verify delivery requirements before checkout; browse related military, tactical and police duty accessories to complete your uniform or collection.