In 1876 salesman John W. Gates brought barbed wire to Texas when he wagered $1 million that he could build a fence that would capably contain cattle. Some incredulous gambler took the bet.

A friend swears there are a thousand different ways to build a barbed-wire fence, decisions to be made such as the number of strands, the optimal distance between posts, and whether those posts ...

Not only their size, but also their ability to jump, will determine the height and strength of the barbed wire fence to install. In addition, your local winter climate is a consideration ...