Mastering the Art of Straining and Knotting Fence Wire

Straining and Knotting Fence Wire is easier than you think provided you do it correctly. In this video I show how to select and use strainers. Then I illustrate why the correct strain tension is so important. Finally, I show how to knot the wire and break off the dags.

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[oby-]

My uncle used to stretch barb wire out to what he called piano wire tight. One day when he had it stretched out, he asked me to test the wire for tension and it was a long section under tension. I pulled on the wire and it broke and snapped back, in the process of this it slashed the left side of my face. Blood pouring out everywhere and I thought I had lost my teeth. Worst day for me on the fence line. I had an excellent doctor and with followup procedures, you can hardly tell what happened with just a small scarring left on my lip. Over-tensioning wire can be super dangerous.
Thank you Tim for pointing out the foolishness of over stretching wire.

[davidcurrie]

I’ve done a LOT of fencing on the ranch, Tim seems to really know what he’s doing. If you want to learn how to do it right the first time (and save yourself a heap of trouble later) this is an excellent place to see how it works step by step.

[sheilasmith]

Seems like EVERYTHING I’ve ever experienced from Australia, IS BETTER! I’m putting up my rotational grazing fences today and couldn’t resist seeing what’s new with you! I ALWAYS learn how to do things BETTER from you! Thanks Tim! Love from Minnesota!🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🤠😊❤️

[lookc]

Your videos sure make me miss farming. One of the most satisfying things in a man's life is a well built fence. 😊

[leonsahasrara]

Tim Tompson the world academy of fencing. The science, art and just simple brilliant commonsense approach. Thanks Tim.

[bretdavisdmd]

I am not a fence guy and I absolutely love your videos. I’ve seen your stuff multiple times. No body explains fencing and knots better than this bloke.

[denishickey]

Your the best man iv seen to explain fencing knots, please keep them coming.

[jonathanfriedlander]

Best fencing demo I have seen !
Thanks

[granthedgepeth]

Such an excellent teacher. Very practical and excellent explanation

[grp]

Love the ovine supervision you were subject to while attaching the strainer.

[DeadlyPlatypus]

Beautiful explanation with the spring.

[williamwomack]

Such a good video… don’t know why I watched it… I have no need to make a fence… but it makes me want to go buy all the gear and make a fence the proper way… “look honey! I fenced in our front yard!”😮

[Henners]

Thanks Thomo. I learn something new every time I watch one of your clips. Love your work.

[trixithegamer]

Your videos are the most informative & easy to follow/remember that I've seen. Footage is perfectly shot to show exactly what you're doing, & your explanations & safety tips are spot on! 😎 Thank you so much from Texas!

[texwalker]

It’s a pleasure to watch your tutorials. Thanks

[curtis]

That demonstration using the spring to show correct wire tension was bloody brilliant mate

[astonmcleod]

This last week or so I have helped a neighbour repair and replace some fences on his property, an old school wool farmer in SA. Often we discuss how would Tim do it, you have become the benchmark for fencing.

[Kalixadam]

So simple so secure. I can hardly wait to get off work and go home and tried one of these nuts on my new fence that I’m putting up.

[richvandiverdds]

Thanks Tim! Excellent breakdown. And thanks for introducing us to the wireman strainers and guages. Checked out their website and will order one tomorrow. My question is, can you point me to one of your videos on knots / repairing a broken hiTensile barbed wire run in case I break one during installation or one brakes later on. I’m about to place staytight 50 for only 7 acres to start. Am new to cattle ranching. Thnx !

[AnthonyWasiukiewicz]

Great videos and clear explanations. Thanks.