Welcome to Old_Time_Hockey, where we curate the artifacts of fascination from the global game. Today, we are featuring a technical curiosity from the peak performance era: the Graf Supra 501 in a Senior Size 7, featuring the rare Swiss-made heritage.
The Supra 501 is a standout in Graf's history, bridging the gap between traditional aesthetics and modern weight reduction. This pair is particularly special, carrying the Swiss-made pedigree and featuring a high-performance Carbon Fiber Outsole. Mounted with the German-engineered T-Blade system, these skates offer a unique mechanical feel and a distinct on-ice signature.
Swiss-Made Heritage: Unlike the more common Canadian production, these Swiss-built boots represent the original craftsmanship and precision that launched the Graf legend.
Carbon Fiber Foundation: The inclusion of a rigid carbon fiber sole provides a professional-grade platform for the T-Blade system, ensuring zero energy loss through the stride.
The T-Blade Aesthetic: A favorite of speed skaters and technical enthusiasts, the T-Blade system is a masterclass in aggressive turning and ease of maintenance (once new runners are installed).
Classic Silhouette: The 501 "silver-weave" quarter package remains one of the most recognizable designs in hockey history, offering a look that still turns heads today.
Refreshed Internals: To prepare these for their next chapter, we have added brand new Graf insoles and fresh white Graf waxed laces.
Quarter Package: Silver/Black synthetic weave. Shows moderate scuffing and aesthetic wear consistent with age. Please see high-resolution pictures for exact details.
Lining & Tongue: The interior features the smooth, high-sheen KS-1020 Synthetic Leather liner. As shown in the detailed photos, both the liner and the white synthetic leather on the tongue show signs of dryness and flaking, which is characteristic of this composite as it ages. While intact, the material has lost its original suppleness.
Holders & Runners: T-Blade holders are size 272 and require maintenance. The system needs new runners. The left holder is missing one male screw, and the right holder has had one anchor rivet added for reinforced stability.
Outsole: Full Carbon Fiber composite. Solid and structurally sound.
Hardware: Rivets are secure except for the noted modification. Upgraded with brand new white Graf waxed laces and new Graf insoles.
US Men's Skate Size: 7.0
US Men's Shoe Size: 8.0
US Women's Shoe Size: 9.5
EU Men's Shoe Size: 40.5
Mondo Size (cm): 25.7 cm
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