Pattern Description from Interweave Online Store: “A simple knit-and-purl chevron pattern is balanced by wide rib wales on yoke and sleeve in this sleek, manly pullover. A short, zippered placket at the neck gives you room to breathe.”

Finished Size: 40 (44, 47½, 51)“ chest circumference

Yarn: Tahki Torino (100% merino; 94 yd 85 m/50 g): #109 gray, 17 (19, 21, 23) balls

Yarn weight: #4 - Medium

Gauge: 18 sts and 26 rows = 4” in chevron patt on larger needles

Needles: Size 9 (5.5 mm) needles; Size 8 (5 mm): straight and 16” circular needles

Notions: Yarn needle; Removable markers (m); 7” metal zipper; Sewing needle and thread; Size G/6 (4.25 mm) crochet hook; Stitch holders

Originally Published: Knitscene, Fall 2007