handmått
Handmått, or a hand measure, is a traditional unit of length derived from the size of a human hand. It has been used in many cultures as a practical, everyday way to estimate length for objects, livestock, and crafts. The exact length of a handmått varied by region and era, which means it was never a universally standardized unit.
One well-known application is in measuring the height of horses and other livestock. In horse measurement, a
Beyond animal height, handmått served as a rough, quick reference in crafts, construction, and trade. Because
In modern usage, handmått is largely historical or specialized to disciplines such as horsemanship and certain