Convert fathom to caliber
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to fathom.
How to Convert Fathom to Caliber
1 fath = 7200 cl
Example: convert 15 fath to cl:
15 fath = 15 × 7200 cl = 108000 cl
Fathom to Caliber Conversion Table
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Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.