“Santa Muerte” Introduced to SK Customs’ Saints Series

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – November 1, 2024 – SK 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. 

Team Remington’s Powell Repeats as NSCA National Champion; Parcell finishes Runner-Up

LONOKE, Ark. – October 29, 2024 – Remington Ammunition congratulates sponsored shooter Brandon Powell as he successfully defended his National Sporting Clays Association National Championship title. The championship was held October 19-27, 2024, at the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio, TX. This wraps up an outstanding summer for Powell who had won three regional titles leading into the National Championship.

Powell captured the Main Event High Overall by beating more than 1,940 shooters competing from nearly every state in the country and many from outside the US. “It’s amazing after winning it last year… and to get here again after the year I’ve had and to do it again… it’s amazing,” said the back-to-back champion. Powell is the third shooter since the championships began in 1989 to repeat as the Main Event HOA.

Powell also had strong finishes in other events using his Nitro 27 shells with their unibody hull and higher antimony lead shot made exclusively from Remington’s iconic shot tower, and proprietary Power Piston Wad. He was the High All-Around, finished Runner-Up in both the Super Sporting and Beretta Challenge and was 3rd in the K Kup event. When asked what is next for Powell, he responded quickly that some time off was needed to go “sit in the deer stand.”

Remington teammate Turner Parcell finished just five targets behind Powell in the Main Event to capture his Runner-up finish.  “Turner had a great event as well and his Main Event finish earned him the Junior HOA title over 220 other competitors,” said Mike Hampton, Sr., Remington shooting team manager. Other team Remington shooters who had top finishes included Michael Luongo. Luongo was third in the Overall Sub Gauge High Overall and finished third with over 700 competitors in the 28-gauge event.      

Team Remington competes and wins with Remington Premier shotshells. Top quality, consistency and accuracy come standard when trap, skeet or sporting competitors shoot the iconic Premier STS and Premier Nitro families of ammunition. 

Find Remington ammunition at dealers nationwide and online. For more information on Remington ammunition and accessories, visit www.remington.com.

Press Release Contact: Jackson Crawford

Remington Public Relations

E-mail: remingtonammopr@murrayroadagency.com

About Remington

From muskets to modern day, generations of hunters and shooters have trusted Remington ammunition and accessories. Loaded in Lonoke, Arkansas by American workers, our wide array of pioneering sporting and hunting ammunition promises to get the job done every time the trigger is pulled. At Remington, we’re here for everyone who loads a round of ammo into a handgun, rifle, or shotgun.

Founded in 1816, Remington and America have fought and won wars, put food on millions of tables and brought countless generations together at the range and in the field. We are proud of each and every round that rolls off our factory line. An ammunition brand of the Kinetic Group, Remington is bringing a renewed focus to ammunition, innovation, and quality – all while staying true to Remington’s legendary heritage and stature as an American icon.

HOIST® Welcomes Gerry David as New Board Member

CINCINNATI, Ohio, (October 28, 2024) – HOIST® is thrilled to welcome Gerry David as the new chairman of the board of directors. With over 40 years in the consumer products, manufacturing and high-tech industries, David brings his extensive experience and a proven record of driving sustainable growth to HOIST. 

A solutions-focused senior executive and entrepreneur, David has led significant growth for both public and private companies across 72 countries. As the CEO of Celsius Holdings, Gerry led the turnaround of the company which was on the verge of going out of business, resulting in one of the greatest business success stories. Notably, he was honored as “The Leader” in the CEO of the Year category at the 2016 CEO World Awards during his time at Celsius. 

“I’m excited to join HOIST at such a dynamic time,” said David. “As consumers increasingly prioritize hydration and health benefits, HOIST is in a unique position to deliver just that. HOIST’s affiliation with the U.S. Military, being one of three electrolyte sources approved for use by the U.S. Department of Defense, sets them apart in the hydration market. I look forward to leveraging this aspect of HOIST to uncover new growth opportunities.” 

As HOIST expands its IV-level hydration into new markets, including a recent partnership with supermarket chain Giant Food, David’s insights will be invaluable for navigating the company’s growth. 

“We're thrilled to welcome Gerry into the HOIST world,” said HOIST Co-founder and President Kelly Heekin. “We’ve seen what Gerry has produced throughout his career and believe that he will be a great asset to our mission at HOIST. With this group, we hope to continue bringing the best hydration to those who are constantly pushing their boundaries to the limits.”  

HOIST products offer three times the electrolytes and half the sugar of traditional sports drinks, with no artificial sweeteners or dyes. Their IV-level hydration is available in bottled beverages, powder sticks and liquid pouches. 

For more information about HOIST or to see the entire HOIST lineup visit  www.drinkhoist.com. Keep up with the latest HOIST news on Instagram @drinkhoist.