Convert hand to long reed
Please provide values below to convert hand [hand] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to hand.
How to Convert Hand to Long Reed
1 hand = 0.0317460317460317 long reed
Example: convert 15 hand to long reed:
15 hand = 15 × 0.0317460317460317 long reed = 0.476190476190476 long reed
Hand to Long Reed Conversion Table
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Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.
Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.