Tie a Strainer Knot to Join Two Fence Wires Without Losing Tension
The strainer knot joins two lengths of high-tensile wire at full strength and, tied right, holds tension while you work — the go-to splice for fence runs and brace wires.
Tim Thompson
Tips
Tie a Termination Knot Instead of Stapling Fence Wire to the Post
Staples crush high-tensile wire and let it slip over time. A termination knot ties the wire off to the post so it holds full strength without working loose.
Snap Off High-Tensile Wire Ends Instead of Cutting Them
After finishing a fence-wire knot, bend the tail 90° and crank it in tight circles until it fatigues and snaps. No leftover tail, no sharp spur to snag you or your livestock.