Convert hand to caliber
Please provide values below to convert hand [hand] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to hand.
How to Convert Hand to Caliber
1 hand = 400 cl
Example: convert 15 hand to cl:
15 hand = 15 × 400 cl = 6000 cl
Hand to Caliber 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.
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.