I've been working on a top-down raglan sweater for my husband's birthday. I've completed the raglan increases and divided for sleeves and added the ribbed collar. I'm noticing that there is a lot of excess fabric around the armpits which bunches up when the arms are held at the sides. Now that I'm looking through other people's projects again, I'm seeing many with the same fit issue. My husband doesn't mind, but I know it will continue to bother me if I proceed with the rest of the knit.
After doing some research, I think the issue might stem from the fact that my husband's back measurement is narrower than his front measurements, but this sweater is designed to have the same number of stitches on back and front. Looking for recommendations for a men's/unisex raglan or saddle sleeve pullover that fits really well. Perhaps one with compound increases for better shaping in the upper torso? I'm using worsted/aran weight yarn.
My husband has a fairly average build (shoulders, chest, waist, and hips are all roughly the same size), and likes garments with a fair amount of positive ease (not oversized but not super fitted either).
Thanks in advance!