Italian Army Officer Uniform – M1903 Pre–WWI / Early WWI Blue Service Tunic and Breeches (Regio Esercito)

Description Tunic (M1903 Italian Officer Tunic): Fabric: Medium-to-dark blue wool (turchino blu), the official pre–WWI Italian officer color. Collar: White or cream stand collar with embroidered royal eagles and rank stars. Buttons: Large gilt plain brass buttons.  The crowned Savoy eagle, correct for officers are available on extra charges. Front: Single-breasted cut with six large front buttons, light piping along the edges. Pockets: Two scalloped breast pockets and two scalloped lower pockets, typical Italian officer pattern of the era. Cuffs: Italian pointed cuffs with decorative piping and brass buttons. Shoulders: Officer shoulder loops for rank boards. Tailoring: Curved front, shaped waist, and fitted back panel, consistent with 1903 officer tailoring. Lining: Cotton / rayon lining depending on rank reproduction. Use: Worn by line infantry, staff officers, artillery, and most branches before adoption of grigio-verde field uniforms. Officer Breeches / Trousers (Pre–WWI Italian Pattern) Fabric: Matching blue wool (turchino blu) to pair with the tunic. Pattern: High-waisted officer cut, tailored with a fuller thigh and tapered lower leg. Breeches Style: Optional reinforced inner thigh for mounted officers. Fly: Button-fly closure with brass/ tin officer buttons. Pockets: Side pockets with reinforced stitching. Fit: Designed for wear with leather riding boots or ankle boots with gaiters. Notes: This is the regulation officer service/dress trouser worn with the M1903 tunic until replaced by grigio-verde in the field around 1910–1915. Footwear (optional add-on) Black / brown officer leather riding boots. Optional ankle boots with leather gaiters for alternative impressions. The choice of footwear is yours – please indicate the same in the production selection process. Headgear (optional add-on) Pre–WWI Italian officer kepi/cap in blue wool with branch-coloured band. Early-war Adrian helmet available for WWI transitional impressions is not available.\ Historical NotesThe M1903 blue service tunic was the last blue uniform of the Italian Royal Army before grigio-verde became standard for field service. It remained in ceremonial, garrison, and walking-out use during the early stages of WWI. The design is highly recognizable with its scalloped pocket flaps, gilt buttons, and contrasting white collar.