What is a finger (cloth) unit?

A finger (cloth) is a traditional, informal length unit based on the breadth of a human finger, primarily used in tailoring and handcrafting.

Where is furlong (US survey) used?

Furlong (US survey) is a historical unit formerly used in U.S. land surveying, legal land descriptions, and horse racing distances.

Is this conversion precise for engineering?

No, due to the informal nature of finger (cloth) and the historical status of furlong, this conversion is approximate and better suited for historical or craft uses.

How to Convert from Finger (cloth) to Furlong (US survey) [fur]

Learn how to convert length measurements from finger (cloth), a traditional textile unit, to furlong (US survey), a historical surveying measure used in the United States.

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Finger (cloth) to Furlong (US survey) [fur] Conversion Table

Finger (cloth)	Furlong (US survey) [fur]

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Finger (cloth) to Furlong (US survey) [fur] Conversion Table
Finger (cloth)	Furlong (US survey) [fur]

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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows you to change length values from finger (cloth), a traditional and informal unit used in tailoring and handcrafting, into furlong (US survey), a historical unit used primarily for U.S. land surveying and legal descriptions.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in finger (cloth) into the input field.
Select or confirm the source unit as finger (cloth).
Choose the target unit as furlong (US survey) [fur].
Submit the conversion request to see the result instantly.
Use the converted value for interpreting textile dimensions or historical surveying data.

Key Features

Converts length from finger (cloth), a non-standard textile measurement, to furlong (US survey).
Useful for interpreting old land surveys, textile measurements, and historical records.
Supports translation between informal fabric units and formal surveying units.
Browser-based tool with easy input and quick conversion results.

Examples

10 Finger (cloth) equals 0.005681807 furlong (US survey).
50 Finger (cloth) equals 0.028409035 furlong (US survey).

Common Use Cases

Estimating small seam allowances or fabric spacing in tailoring using finger (cloth).
Translating informal textile measurements into formal land survey units.
Interpreting historical U.S. land survey documents and cadastral maps involving furlongs.
Comparing handcraft measurements with older surveying or legal land descriptions.

Tips & Best Practices

Remember that finger (cloth) measurements are informal and vary by person, so use results as approximate.
Use this converter mainly for symbolic or historical interpretation rather than precise engineering.
Verify converted lengths in larger contexts since furlong is a large historical unit specific to surveying.
Consider the purpose of conversion, focusing on historical or craft-related applications.

Limitations

Finger (cloth) is a non-standardized unit and varies based on individual and context.
Furlong (US survey) is a historical unit largely replaced by metric units, limiting its modern use.
Conversion between these units can be imprecise and generally serves approximate or symbolic needs.
Not intended for precise scientific or engineering measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a finger (cloth) unit?: A finger (cloth) is a traditional, informal length unit based on the breadth of a human finger, primarily used in tailoring and handcrafting.
Where is furlong (US survey) used?: Furlong (US survey) is a historical unit formerly used in U.S. land surveying, legal land descriptions, and horse racing distances.
Is this conversion precise for engineering?: No, due to the informal nature of finger (cloth) and the historical status of furlong, this conversion is approximate and better suited for historical or craft uses.

Key Terminology

Finger (cloth): A non-standard, informal length unit based on the breadth of a human finger, used in tailoring and handcrafting.
Furlong (US survey): A historical, non-SI unit of length equal to 660 US survey feet, used in U.S. land surveying and legal descriptions.
Non-standard unit: A measurement unit that is not officially standardized, often varying by region, person, or usage context.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does the finger (cloth) unit represent?

A standardized metric unit for fabric

An informal length based on a human finger's breadth

A precise engineering measurement

Which context commonly uses furlong (US survey)?

Modern textile tailoring

Historical U.S. land surveying and legal descriptions

International scientific measurements

Why might conversions between finger (cloth) and furlong be imprecise?

Because both units are metric

Because finger (cloth) varies by person and furlong is a large historical unit

Because both units are used worldwide in engineering

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