Additional Gauge:
6 sts and 8 rows to 1 inch in stocking stitch with 3.75mm needles.

Needles in UK sizes 1, 7, 9 and 11 are all used for the coat.
UK1 = 7.5 mm; UK7 = 4.5mm; UK9 = 3.75 mm; UK 11 = 3mm.

2-Colour pattern uses 7.5 mm and 4.5 mm, main body of garment in stocking stitch uses 3.75mm. Front bands and neckband use 3mm.

Measurements
To fit chest
18, 20, 22 in
Actual Measurement
20, 22, 24 in
Length from back neck
10, 11, 12 in
Sleeve seam
6, 7, 8 in

Each source has a different set of recommended yarns. The following are from the Alva pamphlet, where all balls are one ounce in weight.

Materials
ALVA DOUBLE KNITTING
Main Shade
Alva Glen
4, 5, 5 ozs
Alva Crimp Nylon
4, 5, 5 ozs
Alva Crimp Courtelle
4, 5, 5 ozs
Alva Tricel Nylon
4, 5, 5 ozss
Alva Crepe
4, 5, 5 balls
Contrast Shade
All Brands
2, 2, 2 ozs
3 buttons
stitch holder.