I've got a lovely English made one from Brooks, with a high v and saddle shoulders. People want to stroke it. I allow strange women that privilege, if my wife is absent or looking the other way. Nothing feels better: worn with a pale blue BB shirt, dark jeans and penny loafers.
Definitely on my to-buy list... so if anybody wants to get rid of a sz 42 or 40 one, let me know... recommendations also appreciated.
I do prefer cashmere sweaters to shetlands. There is nothing better than a good quality cashmere. I also live in warm climate and find the cashmere sweaters wear a bit cooler than the shetlands.
I like cashmere crew-necks particularly worn under a tweed sack. I find them more comfortable and less bulky than shetland.
Merino is an inexpensive way to lose bulk. Less of a blow if the moths get to it.