{"product_id":"1-35-scale-royal-italian-army-regio-esercito","title":"1\/35 Scale Royal Italian Army (Regio Esercito)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the unique history of the Mediterranean and Eastern Front theaters to life with this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/35 scale 3D printed figure set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This duo represents the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoyal Italian Army (Regio Esercito)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring a commanding officer and an elite infantryman, likely from a Bersaglieri unit, rendered with exceptional historical fidelity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommanding Presence:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The officer figure is depicted in a calm, observational stance, holding binoculars in one hand while the other rests on his hip. He wears the sharp, tailored tunic and breeches of a commissioned officer, complete with high riding boots and a \"bustina\" side cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElite Infantry Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The soldier figure captures the iconic look of Italy's elite troops. He stands ready with a Carcano rifle slung over his shoulder and is distinguished by the famous plumage attached to his M33 steel helmet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Equipment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Every strap and pouch is meticulously sculpted, from the officer’s Sam Browne belt and holster to the soldier’s ammunition pouches, canteen, and puttees (leg wraps).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-Definition Printing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Produced in premium resin, these figures capture the texture of the wool uniforms and the intricate details of facial features that mass-produced plastic kits often miss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royal Italian Army (Regio Esercito) in WWII\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegio Esercito\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was one of the major combatants of the Second World War, fighting across diverse and punishing environments ranging from the scorching deserts of North Africa to the frozen steppes of the Soviet Union and the mountains of the Balkans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Global Footprint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Italian forces were heavily engaged in the Mediterranean theater, fighting the British in Libya and Egypt, as well as participating in the invasion of Greece and Yugoslavia. An expeditionary corps (CSIR, later ARMIR) also fought alongside German forces on the Eastern Front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBravery Amidst Adversity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While often hampered by outdated equipment, insufficient industrial backing, and strategic missteps by high command, the individual Italian soldier was frequently noted for his courage and resilience, particularly in elite units like the Folgore (Paratroopers), Alpini (Mountain Troops), and Bersaglieri.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItalian Infantry and Gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Italian infantryman of the 1940s possessed a distinctive silhouette defined by the \"Grigio-Verde\" (Grey-Green) uniform and unique regimental traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniforms:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The standard field uniform consisted of a wool tunic and pantaloons, often worn with puttees or high socks. Officers typically wore tailored versions with high leather boots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadgear \u0026amp; Feathers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The M33 steel helmet was excellent for its time. A defining feature of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBersaglieri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—Italy's high-mobility light infantry—was the tradition of wearing black capercaillie feathers on their helmets, a detail clearly represented in this figure set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeaponry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The standard service rifle was the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarcano M91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, chambered in 6.5mm, which the soldier figure carries. Officers were typically issued \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeretta M1934\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pistols.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField Gear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soldiers carried a leather belt system with twin ammunition pouches (often resembling small boxes), a bayonet, and a signature aluminum canteen, all of which are accurately modeled on the soldier figure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Replikator Model Corporation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53843378340115,"sku":"3511023","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5805\/0835\/files\/3511023.png?v=1771425204","url":"https:\/\/replikator.ca\/products\/1-35-scale-royal-italian-army-regio-esercito","provider":"Replikator Model Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}