Italian Air Force Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater

Italian Air Force Knit

This is a merino wool turtleneck issued to the Italian Air Force, a plain grey military pullover built to keep the neck and torso warm under a jacket or on its own. A full turtleneck closes the gap at the collar where cold air gets in, so it works as a mid layer, the insulating layer between a base shirt and an outer shell. It suits collectors of Italian military kit, reenactors, and anyone who wants a wool sweater with genuine service provenance.

Features

• Merino Wool Construction — Merino is a fine-fibered wool that feels softer against the skin than coarse knitting wool and keeps insulating when it gets damp.
• Full Turtleneck Collar — A tall rib-knit collar folds over to cover the neck, which keeps out wind and removes the need for a separate scarf.
• Ribbed Cuffs — Deep rib-knit cuffs grip the wrists to hold warmth in and stay clear of gloves and sleeve ends.
• Ribbed Waistband — A wide rib-knit hem sits snug at the hips so the sweater stays put under a belt or jacket.
• Plain Grey Knit — A solid grey body with no logos or prints pairs easily with uniform items or everyday clothing.
• Pullover Cut — A simple long-sleeve pullover shape with no zips or buttons leaves nothing to snag or fail.
• Genuine Military Issue — Originally issued Italian Air Force knitwear, valued by collectors and reenactors for its authentic provenance.

Issue Specification

The sweater follows a plain service pattern: a fine, even merino knit through the body and sleeves, with heavier rib knitting at the collar, cuffs and hem where the garment needs to grip and hold its shape. Issued knitwear like this was made to a government specification for daily wear, so the cut is practical rather than fashion-led. Wear it over a T-shirt or base layer and under a field jacket or parka in cold weather.