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“Santa Muerte” Introduced to SK Customs’ Saints Series 

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – November 1, 2024SK Guns®, the Nation’s only series-driven, limited-edition manufacturer of custom firearms, is proud to announce its Saints series now includes the “Santa Muerte.” The release coincides with the “Day of the Dead” celebration in Latin American culture. 

SK Guns celebrates the folk saint of Santa Muerte, regarded in Latin American and Mexican Catholicism as a protector of the deceased and the personification of death. Santa Muerte is a limited-edition production run of only 500 Full-Size Government Model Colt 1911 chambered in 38 Super. Each pistol will include a special engraved edition number. 

Santa Muerte has surged in popularity and taken on an increasingly prominent role in the Day of the Dead festivities, which are held on the first and second days of November. Associated with healing, protection and financial well-being, Santa Muerte has reportedly performed miracles for those in need. She also assures a path to the afterlife, reaping the souls of the deceased. 

Santa Muerte is trusted to watch over the bones of the dead and preside over the ancient festivals of the dead. These festivals evolved from Aztec traditions into the modern Day of the Dead after the synthesis with Spanish traditions, as she now presides over the contemporary festival as well. She is known as the “Lady of the Dead,” due to the belief that she was born, and then sacrificed, as an infant.  

"Santa Muerte is a significant addition to our Saints by the Roots series," said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Guns. "We are proud to honor the rich cultural heritage and traditions associated with the Day of the Dead by introducing this iconic figure to our custom firearms collection." 

The slide features toned illustrations of roses that believers of Santa Muerte hold particularly sacred. Roses are holy to them because they are associated with the Lady of Guadalupe and because, although beautiful and feminine, they have sharp thorns and will draw blood. 

Other objects associated with Santa Muerte include scales, an hourglass, an owl and an oil lamp. The scales allude to equity, justice and impartiality, as well as divine will. This symbolic, limited-edition Colt is made complete with Blood Grips made from Kirinte® with the iconic Rampant Colt. 

The new firearm can be purchased here. MSRP begins at $2750. 

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About SK Guns/SK Customs 

SK Guns has changed the future in being the industry’s only series driven custom, limited-edition, production of manufactured collectible firearms. The SK Guns® brand has taken the next step to further deliver its vision on what custom limited-edition means by being “Uniquely Custom®”

The team of master engravers, expert finishers, historians and master gunsmiths dedicate themselves to every detail within our brand of SK Customs® production lines of custom firearms. To learn more about the company’s past, current and future products, visit skguns.com

SK Customs Announces “Guerrero,” the Fourth Edition of the Mexican War of Independence Series

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – September 13, 2024 SK Guns®, the Nation’s only series-driven, limited edition manufacturer of custom firearms, is proud to announce the launch of the fourth installation of the Mexican War of Independence series, “Guerrero.” This edition celebrates Vincente Guerrero, the second President of the Mexican Republic. 

Guerrero joined the fighting forces of Morelos to battle against Spain early in the war for independence. During his presidency, Guerrero famously abolished slavery in Mexico. The son of a Spanish loyalist, Guerrero was asked for his sword to be presented to the viceroy of New Spain as a sign of goodwill. In response, Guerrero refused saying “LA PATRIA ES PRIMERO” (translated, The Homeland Comes First). This phrase is still referred to today as the motto of the Mexican State of Guerrero and is written in gold letters at the National Palace. 

“We are excited to honor an instrumental figure in Mexico’s war for independence. Guerrero was at the center of iconic moments in Mexican history, such as the Abrazo de Acatempan, and this allowed us to create a truly striking and unique firearm,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Guns. 

The left side of the firearm depicts details of Guerrero’s connection with the indigenous Aztecs, including a Jaguar fighter reflected in his Coat of Arms and within the borders of the motto La Patria Es Primero. Additional shading of the Aztecs flows on the frame and slide flats. 

The right side of the firearm is adorned by the words “Religion, Independence, Union”, which surrounds a depiction of the shield embroidered with the royal crown following a victorious war for independence. This depiction is followed by the Abrazo de Acatempan with Guerrero and Iturbide, while the frame flat continues the indigenous connection with Guerrero and the Aztec Jaguar glyph. The top of the slide features a portrait of Presidente Guerrero and the Mexican eagle and snake relevant to its era. 

To finish off this custom gun, the frame, slide, barrel and hardware are all highly polished and feature .999 silver plating in select areas. This historical masterpiece is made complete with Kirnite® grips presenting the silver emblem of the iconic Rampant Colt.  

Guerrero is a limited-edition production run of only 200 Full-Size Government Model Colt 1911 chambered in 38 Super. Each pistol will include a special engraved edition number.  

The new firearm can be purchased here. MSRP begins at $3,000.00 and is now shipping. 

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About SK Guns/SK Customs 

SK Guns has changed the future in being the industry’s only series driven custom, limited-edition, production of manufactured collectible firearms. The SK Guns® brand has taken the next step to further deliver its vision on what custom limited-edition means by being “Uniquely Custom®”

The team of master engravers, expert finishers, historians and master gunsmiths dedicate themselves to every detail within our brand of SK Customs® production lines of custom firearms. To learn more about the company’s past, current and future products, visit skguns.com

SK Customs® Introduces Gods of Olympus-Athena to the 1911 Series Lineup

HAYMARKET, VA – June 14, 2024SK Customs®, the Nation’s only series-driven, limited edition manufacturer of custom firearms, proudly presents “Athena,” the fourth creation in the Gods of Olympus engraver series. This production of 200 custom model Smith & Wesson Full Size 1911 pistols chambered in 45 ACP embodies SK Customs’ talent in producing one-of-a-kind engraved firearms. 

“Athena was a member of the twelve Olympians, and was a Greek goddess of wisdom, war and reason,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Customs. “We have had a lot of interest in the other three firearms we offered in the Gods of Olympus series (Ares, Poseidon and Zeus), so it’s only fitting that we continue to provide 1911 collectors and enthusiasts with Athena as part of the set.”  

Key Features of Gods of Olympus-Athena 

  • Serrations are deeply etched to symbolize Athena’s spear and entwined with a snake 

  • Slide flats symbolize Athena’s dominance with war, her connection with owls and shield with Medusa’s head to enforce her power of victory 

  • The grips feature the Greek Key border, illustrating Athena and her owls taking flight, and Athena at Mount Olympus   

  • An Emerald set front sight is both functional and complimenting 

  • Price is $2,800 and will begin shipping September 2024                     

“Using our highly reflective conversion technique, SK Customs brings to life a fiery tone exposed from the steel and uses 24K gold to highlight the attributes of Athena,” said Khiabani.  

Each collector of the Athena gun will receive a commemorative silver coin that features the mark of the Bank of Greece in Athens and the year of production. The coin also reveals a profile of the goddess Athena in battle with her symbols. Each coin comes in a protective case set inside a black velvet coin box, labeled in silver with the “Gods of Olympus - Athena” logo. 

To learn more about the Gods of Olympus engraver series and new production offerings from SK Customs, visit skguns.com.     

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About SK Guns/SK Customs 

SK Guns® has changed the world of collectible firearms by being the industry’s only series-driven, custom, limited-edition, producer of manufactured collectible firearms. The SK Guns® brand has redefined what custom limited-edition means by being “Uniquely Custom®”. 

SK Guns® has expanded their capabilities to manufacture “Uniquely Custom®” firearms with a level of unmatched quality and artistic concepts. The team of master engravers, expert finishers, historians and master gunsmiths dedicate themselves to every detail within the brand. Visit skguns.com to learn more.