Convert chain to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to chain.
How to Convert Chain to Handbreadth
1 ch = 264 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 ch to handbreadth:
15 ch = 15 × 264 handbreadth = 3960 handbreadth
Chain to Handbreadth Conversion Table
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Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.
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.