On Sat, 01 Dec 2012 14:59:12 -0500, Bill wrote:

Mike Marlow wrote:
Bill wrote:
Mike Marlow wrote:
Bill wrote:


One answer is that the depth of the water is measured in fathoms and
rope length is measured in feet. ; ) Actually, I'll still curious
too.

1 Fathom equals 6 feet. Same measurement system.


It was a *JOKE*! At least we know fathom's are English.

Whoosh! Completely flew over my head...


Now for a toughie: How many ounces are there in a pound of Gold?

12 Troy ounces