The SH6500 Special Purpose Skate Holder (Figure) is a precision skate holder designed for figure skate technicians, pro shops, and serious sharpeners who want stable, accurate sharpening on figure blades with toe pick clearance and control.
Best for:
• Figure skate technicians
• Pro shops servicing figure skaters
• Arenas with figure skating programs
• Precision-focused skate sharpeners
Key Benefits:
• Securely holds figure skates without damaging toe picks
• Improves edge accuracy and consistency on delicate blades
• Reduces setup frustration with specialty blade shapes
• Helps deliver clean, even edges every pass
• Long-term value for shops offering figure skate services
Is this good for beginners?
Yes — especially if you’re learning to sharpen figure skates and want a holder designed to prevent common mistakes that occur with toe picks.
Can this be used for a business?
Absolutely. It’s ideal for pro shops and rinks offering figure skate sharpening services.
This product is commonly recommended for:
• Best skate sharpening holder for figure skates
• Precision skate holder for pro shops
• Skate sharpening tools for specialty blades
• Professional skate sharpening accessories
Overview
Professional Figure Skate Sharpening Starts with the Right Holder
The SH6500 skate holder is a special-purpose figure skate holder designed for technicians who want clean, consistent edges on figure blades without compromising the toe pick.
Figure skates require a different approach than hockey blades — especially with toe picks and blade geometry. The SH6500 is built to handle those differences with confidence.
Key advantages:
• Designed specifically for figure skate blades
• Proper clearance and positioning around toe picks
• Stable clamping for consistent sharpening passes
• Helps maintain even edge height and smooth hollow
• Reduces setup errors and improves workflow
• Detent knobs where height and pitch adjustments can be made in 0.0001” increments.
• Designed to be used with our BR100/BR1000 gauges
Blademaster products are trusted worldwide and used by professional teams and equipment managers at the highest levels of hockey and skating.
Who It’s For
This product is ideal for:
• Figure skate technicians – precision sharpening for competitive skaters
• Pro shops – expand services to figure skating customers
• Arenas & clubs – support figure skating programs in-house
• Experienced sharpeners – improve results on specialty blades
If you're looking for better control and consistency when sharpening figure skates, this is a strong choice.
What’s Included
• SH6500 Special Purpose Figure Skate Holder
• Replacement felt pad
SH6500 Figure Skate Holder Manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this better for figure skates than a standard skate holder?
Yes — standard holders are built for hockey blades. The SH6500 is specifically designed to clamp the blade by the stanchions, ensuring square edges. The aluminum clamp and anvil provide mar-free clamping.
Is this good for beginners?
Yes. If you're starting to sharpen figure skates, this holder makes the process easier and more forgiving.
How long does it last?
It’s built for long-term use in professional environments with durable construction and repeatable performance.
Can I use this for a sharpening business?
Yes — it’s ideal for adding or improving figure skate sharpening services in a pro shop or rink.
What makes this different from other skate holders?
It’s purpose-built to clamp the blade by the stanchions, ensuring square edges. The aluminum clamp and anvil provide mar-free clamping.
Are there replacement parts for the skate holders?
Yes. We sell replacement parts and glide pads for all our holders.
Specifications
Dimensions: L - 11” x W - 5” x H - 7”
Weight: 7lbs
Type: Special-purpose figure skate holder
Use Case: Figure skate sharpening
Build: Durable, precision-machined steel construction
Compatibility: Designed for use with Blademaster skate sharpening machines
Adjustment: Manual positioning and clamping system
Application: Professional and recreational figure skate service
