Italian Army OD Fleece Sweater

Italian Issue Fleece

This is an olive drab fleece pullover issued by the Italian Army, cut as a zip-neck mid layer to wear under a field jacket or on its own when the weather turns cold. It traps warmth close to the body without the bulk of a heavy sweater, and the zip lets you dump heat when you start moving. Hunters, campers, surplus collectors and anyone who wants a plain, practical cold-weather layer will get regular use out of it.

Features

• Fleece Construction — Soft brushed fleece holds warm air against the body and stays comfortable as a layer under an outer shell.
• OD Green Colorway — The olive drab color, the standard muted military green, blends into woodland and field settings and matches most surplus kit.
• Zip-Neck Front — A front zipper runs from the collar to mid-chest so you can vent heat or close up against the wind.
• Stand-Up Collar — A tall collar zips up to cover the neck and keeps cold air from getting in at the top.
• Chest Patch Panels — Two hook-and-loop panels across the chest accept name tapes, rank or unit insignia.
• Elastic Cuffs — Elasticated cuffs hold the sleeves at the wrist and seal in warmth under gloves or jacket sleeves.
• Elastic Hem — A gathered waistband keeps the sweater sitting snug at the hips and stops drafts riding up the back.
• Pullover Design — A simple over-the-head cut with no bulky front closures layers cleanly under a jacket or load-bearing gear.

Genuine Italian Army Kit

This sweater was originally issued to Italian forces, so it was made to a government specification rather than a fashion brand's idea of military style. The plain olive fleece, zip collar and insignia panels follow the service pattern exactly. That provenance appeals to collectors and reenactors, and it gives everyday wearers a cold-weather layer built for soldiers.