Convert handbreadth to fathom (US survey)
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to fathom (US survey) [fath (US)], or Convert fathom (US survey) to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Fathom (Us Survey)
1 handbreadth = 0.0416665833335 fath (US)
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to fath (US):
15 handbreadth = 15 × 0.0416665833335 fath (US) = 0.6249987500025 fath (US)
Handbreadth to Fathom (Us Survey) Conversion Table
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Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Fathom (Us Survey)
A U.S. survey fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 U.S. survey feet.
History/Origin
The U.S. survey fathom is based on the U.S. survey foot, which was slightly different from the international foot. The use of survey units was officially phased out in 2022.
Current Use
The U.S. survey fathom was used in surveying in the United States.