Abstract: A work stand comprises a base having top and bottom sides and a tubular support member extending downwardly from said bottom side. Three legs are spaced apart about the support member and have upper ends pivotally attached to the base and lower ends below the support member for engaging an underlying surface to support the base above said surface. A collar is slidable on the tubular support member between upper and lower positions relative to the base, and links between the collar and legs provide for displacing the legs between extended and retracted positions relative to the support member when the collar is moved along the support member. A handle is mounted on the sleeve for displacing the sleeve and thus the legs between the extended and retracted positions thereof and for carrying the stand in the retracted position of the legs. A latch on the base and a keeper provided by the handle interengage in the retracted position of the legs to releasably hold the legs in the retracted position.