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A length converter helps you convert between different units of length quickly and accurately.

How do I convert long reed to hand?

Simply enter the value in the long reed input field, and the converter will show you the equivalent value in hand instantly.

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Yes, this length converter is completely free and easy to use for all your conversion needs.

Can I switch between long reed and hand easily?

Yes, there is a switch button provided to quickly swap the conversion direction between long reed and hand.

How accurate are the conversion results?

The conversion results are calculated using precise formulas to ensure accuracy for most practical purposes.

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Long Reed

The long reed is an old English unit of length used primarily in measuring land, especially in agriculture and surveying. It is traditionally equal to 16.5 feet or 5.03 meters.

The long reed was used alongside other units like the rod, pole, and perch, often interchangeably, to measure distances and plot boundaries.

Key points:

1 long reed = 16.5 feet ≈ 5.03 meters
Used historically in land measurement and agriculture
Equivalent or similar to the rod, pole, or perch
Important in English customary measurement systems

Though obsolete now, the long reed is part of the rich history of traditional English measurement units.

Hand

A hand is a traditional unit of length primarily used to measure the height of horses. It is equal to 4 inches or 10.16 centimeters.

The origin of the hand as a measurement comes from using the width of a human hand, and it has been standardized at 4 inches for consistency in horse measurement. Horse height is expressed in "hands," measured from the ground to the highest point of the withers (the ridge between the shoulder blades).

Key points:

1 hand = 4 inches
1 hand = 10.16 centimeters
Used mainly for measuring horse height
Horse height is often given in hands and inches, e.g., 15.2 hands means 15 hands plus 2 inches

The hand remains the standard unit for horse height in many English-speaking countries.

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