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I'm pretty sure the tool is used to hold sprung caliper brakes closed (i.e. against the rim) while setting the brake pads. I found a repair manual that shows it in use on page 2.

I'm pretty sure the tool is used to hold rim brakes closed (i.e. against the rim) while setting the brake pads. I found a repair manual that shows it in use on page 2.

Should work with cantilever, single and dual pivot caliper, U and V brakes, and most other rim brakes that squeeze toward the opposite pad. Will not work with rod or spoon brakes.

I'm pretty sure the tool is used to hold sprung cantilever breaks closed (i.e. against the rim) while setting the brake pads. I found a repair manual that shows it in use on page 2.

I'm pretty sure the tool is used to hold sprung caliper brakes closed (i.e. against the rim) while setting the brake pads. I found a repair manual that shows it in use on page 2.

I'm pretty sure the tool is used to hold sprung cantilever breaks closed (i.e. against the rim) while setting the brake pads. Found this odd repair manual here that explains it: https://bikesnotbombs.org/files/for-content/resources/training-manual/PDFs/BNBTrainingManualChapter10Braking.pdf

I'm pretty sure the tool is used to hold sprung cantilever breaks closed (i.e. against the rim) while setting the brake pads. I found a repair manual that shows it in use on page 2.