What is this tool called and what is it used for? • The us…

What is this tool called and what is it used for?

• The user is asking about a set of tools they received, which lack cutting edges and are too light to be snips.
• The tools are identified as snap-ring pliers, designed for handling snap-rings or circlips.
• Snap-ring pliers feature pins at the nose that fit into holes in the snap-ring, enabling the user to compress the ring for removal.
• These pliers can lock in the compressed position to prevent the ring from expanding unexpectedly during use.
• In the UK, snap-ring pliers are commonly referred to as circlip pliers, specifically for removing internal or external retaining rings.
• Retaining ring pliers are also known as snap ring pliers and c-clip pliers, highlighting their function rather than any cutting capability.