Convert handbreadth to caliber
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Caliber
1 handbreadth = 300 cl
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to cl:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 300 cl = 4500 cl
Handbreadth to Caliber Conversion Table
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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.
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.