Sizes: Finished chest circumference measures 40, 44, 48 or 52 inches (101.5, 112, 122, or 132 cm).

Gauge and Needles: Size is determined by the Stockinette St gauge achieved through using different sized needles, as follows:

- (A) Gauge: 20 sts and 32 rows = 4
inches. Suggested needle size US
5/3.75 mm.
- (B) Gauge: 18 sts and 30 rows = 4
inches. Suggested needle size US
6/4mm.
- (C) Gauge: 17sts and 28 rows = 4
inches. Suggested needle size US
7/4.5mm.
- (D) Gauge: 16sts and 26 rows = 4
inches. Suggested needle size
8/5mm.

Pattern also requires a needle one size smaller than used for body.

Vest requires 8 buttons, 5/8 inches (16 mm).