Most barb wire fence I encounter while chasing uplands around here is usually in dire need of repair, so crossing usually isn't a big deal by holding down the top wire with one hand with the shotgun held in the other as I step over.
I usually hunt with a good friend and if the fence is in good shape, I usually walk over to where he is and hand him the shotgun while I either crawl under, over or through the strands.
There are however many ways to muck up a good shotgun in the area, particularly while chasing chukar, where no fences may be encountered.
Being fairly short (5'8") and not too flexible, I've caught my crotch numerous times on the top wire over the years. Only one time, that I remember, did I actually hurt myself. I crossed a good tight fence by climbing up the strands along the post, when stepping over my pants leg caught on a barb and I tumbled to the ground on the other side. I was able to protect the shotgun, but I put some nice gouges on my hand and arm from the metal post and barbs.
We had an pulsing electric fence around about 10 acres of our property growing up, so I know how to deal with those, particularly after trying to devise ways to shock my 3 other siblings and vice versa!
Last edited by Cameron; 02/19/15 10:10 AM.
