Chain units

squibbyukuk | 13:38 Mon 24th Apr 2006 | Science

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what unit of chain length is equal to 75 feet in britain?

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Shot

Prof - I thought a shot was 15 fathoms = 90 feet?

john91

15 fathoms or 90 feet is a shackle of chain.

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Thank you everyone

The terms 'shackle' and 'shot' are both used for a 15 fathom length of chain. http://www.tpub.com/content/combat/14160/css/14160_146.htm

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