US Patent 11684373 Lightweight tourniquet

A tourniquet is described that includes an outer strap that runs from a first end to a second end having a buckle. An inner strap is routed within the outer strap over a portion of its length and runs through a windlass, which is used to tighten the tourniquet. The inner strap is secured to the outer strap at a position spaced away from the first end of the outer strap and is also secured to the buckle.