The tightening of wire mesh fence is difficult to do by oneself. However, an interesting appearing, well stretched fence can be put up by one person with wooden posts and wire fencing.
Dig fence posts about 30 feet apart. Stand the wire up and attach it to each post, one section at a time. Now get in the precise center between the posts and force the fence outward as far as it can possibly go. Dig another post hole about 2 inches beyond that mark. Insert the post so that the tension of the wire pulls tightly against it. Staple into place and repeat.
The result is an attractive fence that becomes a secure horse fence with the addition of a stand of electric wire.
Dig all holes with hand held post hole diggers. Power driven augers are for sissies.
With the help of my number one ranch hand shown above I rarely have to build fences by myself.
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