Convert fathom (US survey) to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert fathom (US survey) [fath (US)] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to fathom (US survey).
How to Convert Fathom (Us Survey) to Handbreadth
1 fath (US) = 24.000048 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 fath (US) to handbreadth:
15 fath (US) = 15 × 24.000048 handbreadth = 360.00072 handbreadth
Fathom (Us Survey) to Handbreadth Conversion Table
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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.
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.