Authentic reproduction of the WWI Austro-Hungarian infantry tunic, tailored in field-grey wool with distinctive red collar tabs denoting infantry branch service.
The Austro-Hungarian infantry service tunic of the First World War was a practical yet distinctive garment that reflected the dual monarchy’s complex military traditions. Introduced as part of the 1908 feldgrau reforms, it was the standard field wear of soldiers on the Eastern and Italian fronts.
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Material & Color:
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Constructed from durable feldgrau (field-grey/greenish/blue-grey) wool, designed for camouflage in varied terrains.
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Lined interior for durability and comfort in long campaigns.
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Collar & Insignia:
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Stand-up collar with red collar tabs (Parolis), identifying the wearer as infantry (red being the branch color for k.u.k. infantry regiments).
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Tabs could be edged with regimental piping, often white or yellow, depending on the unit. We provide plain collar tabs.
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Cut & Details:
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Single-breasted front with six to seven buttons hidden.
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Two breast pockets (often scalloped flaps) and lower skirt pockets for field utility.
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Rear skirt vent for ease of movement.
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Cuffs plain or piped, depending on regimental regulations.
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Rank Distinctions:
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NCOs wore additional lace or tresse edging on the collar and cuffs. Not provided with this offer, but available as a special request, please email for quote.
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Officers’ versions featured higher-quality cloth, finer tailoring, and sometimes silver or gold rank distinctions. Also available, please email for quote and further specifications, pictures etc.
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Use in Service:
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Worn by Austro-Hungarian infantry across the Galician, Balkan, and Italian fronts throughout 1914–1918.
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The red collar tabs quickly became the most recognizable symbol of the common Austro-Hungarian soldier’s field uniform.
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This faithful reproduction is ideal for reenactors, collectors, and museums, capturing the authentic look of the k.u.k. infantryman during the Great War.
Trousers are also available, please email for pictures, specifications, prices, availability etc.
