You're close GAK, it's indeed a clamping tool and though the jaws look kinda sharp, they aren't designed to cut and ... the slip ring is for holding the tool in position so ....
A cuppla hints for #s 1 and 2: #1 is for help in bringin things to a screechin halt while #2 is for helpin keep things illuminated
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