Model four ounce stretcher : Sergeant A Worsfold, AIF Research Section, Imber Court Experimental Grounds

Prototype, handsewn 4 ounce canvas stretcher consisting of a pair of linen webbing forms, each a square about 275 mm, with a pair of crossbraces which are sewn diagonally across the squares, and extend 200mm beyond to form four suspension loops at each corner. A hand-inked name tag 'A. WORSFOLD' is sewn to each crossbrace.

This model illustrates one of the many inventions of 12096 Private Alexander Worsfold, 9th Australian Field Ambulance. This folded up and could be put in the pocket. With the addition of further straps (REL/01574) it could be used as a sling by which the weight was taken on the shoulders when erect or on the back and lifting or carrying in a stooping position. It could be used so as to leave both hands free in carrying. It could be used as a stretcher in ordinary circumstances.