@SewRuthieSews , we went to Costco yesterday, and OH (who measures the same as your OH), bought yet another pair of trousers. I have a pile of brand new trousers to send to the charity shop...
I didn't hold out much hope, but when we got home and he tried them, they fitted perfectly (apart from the length). I always have to take trousers up, so that isn't a biggy.
We'll be going back there for a couple more pairs now that we know they fit well. OH is very picky, but these trousers are lovely and stretchy, and less jeans like than usual, although still casual.
Life for me, is far too short to make jeans for a man who is happy with a £10 pair of trousers!
Jessie