Metal Rank Insignia Italian Army Sergeant Major

Product overview

The Gradi Metallo Sergente Maggiore Esercito are metal rank insignia designed for serving Army personnel who need to display the rank of Sergente Maggiore on their uniform. These are intended for duty use, ceremonial wear, or verified military collections.

Definition: a pair of gold-toned brass rank badges in a V formation with two smaller stripes and one larger stripe, fitted with screw attachments for shoulder boards. The design is durable and suitable for tactical, military surplus, and duty gear needs.

Main features

Key features at a glance:

• Material: gold-toned brass for long-lasting use and good resistance to wear.
• Design: two smaller stripes (galloncini) and one larger stripe (gallone) arranged in a V with the point down; black-painted detailing for contrast.
• Dimensions: total width 45 mm; wing length 35 mm; 2 mm gaps between the stripes.
• Fastening: screw attachments for secure fixing to shoulder boards (controspalline).
• Restricted sale: reserved for military personnel; purchase requires proof of service or verified collector documentation.

How to use / When it’s useful

These badges are fitted by screwing them onto the uniform shoulder boards. Quick answer: use the screw fittings to attach them securely to the controspalline; tighten the screws so the badge sits flat and stable.

They are useful for on-duty identification, parade and ceremonial uniforms, or as part of a verified military surplus collection. In most cases, buyers will need to provide service identification or, for collectors, a copy of the licenza prefettizia ex art. 28 TULPS.

Care and notes

Care tips and important notes:

• Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaners to preserve the gold-toned finish.
• Check and tighten screw fittings periodically to ensure a secure hold.
• Purchase is restricted: send proof of military affiliation or specify the barracks delivery address during registration if required.
• Collectors must provide the required license documentation when requested.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy the Gradi Metallo Sergente Maggiore Esercito?

A: Sales are reserved for military personnel. You must provide a copy of your service ID or register the barracks as the delivery address. Collectors must submit required licensing documents.

Q: What are the exact dimensions of the badges?

A: Total width is 45 mm; each wing is 35 mm long. The gaps between the gallone and the galloncini measure 2 mm.

Q: What material are the badges made from?

A: The badges are made of gold-toned brass with black-painted details for contrast, designed for durability and regular uniform use.

Q: How are the badges attached to the uniform?

A: They use screw attachments that fasten through the shoulder board (controspallina). Ensure screws are tightened so the badge sits flat and secure.

Q: Can collectors purchase these items?

A: Yes, verified collectors can purchase them by providing a copy of the licenza prefettizia ex art. 28 TULPS or other required documentation as requested.

Q: Can the items be shipped to a military base?

A: Yes. During account registration you may list the barracks as the delivery address, which is accepted as proof of service when required for the purchase.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and check dimensions before ordering; browse related tactical and military surplus items to complete your duty or ceremonial set.