Convert finger (cloth) to hand
Please provide values below to convert finger (cloth) [finger] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to finger (cloth).
How to Convert Finger (Cloth) to Hand
1 finger = 1.125 hand
Example: convert 15 finger to hand:
15 finger = 15 × 1.125 hand = 16.875 hand
Finger (Cloth) to Hand Conversion Table
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Finger (Cloth)
A finger or finger's breadth is an obsolete unit of length, approximately the width of a human finger, about 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The finger has been used as a unit of measurement since ancient times.
Current Use
The finger is no longer a standard unit of measurement.
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.