The C-A-T is a true one-handed tourniquet proven 100% effective by the U.S. Army s Institute of Surgical Research. Tests showed the C-A-T completely occluded blood flow of an extremity in the event of a traumatic wound with significant hemorrhage. The C-A-T utilizes a durable windlass system with a free-moving internal band providing true circumferential pressure to the extremity. Once adequately tightened, bleeding will cease and the windlass is locked into place. A Hook and Loop strap is then applied, securing the windlass to maintain pressure during casualty evacuation. The C-A-T s unique dual securing system avoids the use of screws and clips which can become difficult to operate under survival stress or where fine motor skills are compromised. Proven to be 100% effective in occluding blood flow in both upper & lower extremities by the U.S. Army s Institute of Surgical Research NEW Single Routing Buckle for faster application, decreased blood loss, effective slack removal, fewer windlass turns, and simplified training with single protocol application standards Includes reinforced windlass, stabilization plate, windlass clip and writeable windlass security strap Featuring NAR's signature Red Tip Technology elliptical tab providing added visual clues during application