Infantry regiment N•1 "Buin" collar tabs

Pair of 1960s collar tabs from Regimiento de Infantería N°1 Buin, one of the most historically significant infantry regiments of the Ejército de Chile. Period-original insignia from this regiment are highly sought after by advanced collectors of Chilean and Latin American militaria.

Each tab features the classic bronze infantry device: a stahlhelm over two crossed bayonets, mounted on red cloth backing — the traditional branch color of Chilean infantry. The design reflects the strong Prussian-influenced visual doctrine historically present in Chilean Army insignia and uniform systems, giving these pieces distinctive European-style martial aesthetics.

These collar tabs were intended for dress or service uniforms and represent mid-20th-century manufacture, with correct materials and construction consistent with 1960s Chilean Army issue.

Collector Value Highlights

• Original 1960s collar tabs – Regimiento Buin

• Bronze insignia: stahlhelm + crossed bayonets

• Red cloth backing – Chilean infantry branch color

• Strong Prussian-style heraldic influence

• Regiment-focused collectible with high display value

• Ideal for uniform restoration or insignia collections