Convert caliber to hand
Please provide values below to convert caliber [cl] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to caliber.
How to Convert Caliber to Hand
1 cl = 0.0025 hand
Example: convert 15 cl to hand:
15 cl = 15 × 0.0025 hand = 0.0375 hand
Caliber to Hand Conversion Table
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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.
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.