Lang Yarns Lovis meche knitting yarn is a soft and voluminous yarn composed of 100% extrafine merino wool 19,5 microns guarantied without mulesing and knits on knitting needles 4.5 and 5 mm (US 7-8 / UK 7-6) for a gauge of 19 stitches and 27 rows.
In a 50 gram (1.75 oz) ball there are about 170 meters (185 yd) so plan on:
500g = 10 balls for men size M
350g = 7 balls for women size M
250g = 5 balls for children 10 yrs.
Machine washable at 30°C (86°F) with detergent for wool without softener.