HAYMARKET, Va. – February 1, 2023 – SK Guns®, the Nation’s only limited-edition, series-driven production manufacturer of collectible firearms, has officially named Peter Grillone as Chief Creative Officer. Grillone will be responsible for leading a team of designers, historians and copywriters on the rapid growth of the SK brand.

“We’re thrilled to announce Peter as our new chief creative officer,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Guns and SK Customs. “Peter brings a wealth of talent as one of the most published media creators in the firearms industry. With his unique style and extensive experience in photography and creative services, I have no doubt he will contribute greatly to the growth of SK Guns and SK Customs.”

Prior to joining SK Guns®, he served as the commercial photographer for a variety of brands in the firearm industry such as Wilson Combat and Nighthawk Custom. With experience in providing creative direction for these brands, Grillone has established himself as one of the top firearm photographers. He is now able to use his past experiences and talented creative eye to manage the creative team at SK Guns.

“I’m extremely honored to serve as CCO of SK Guns,” said Grillone. “These limited-edition, custom firearms continue to create a huge impact on the industry as they illustrate the rich history of historical events, influential leaders, rituals, places and more. I’m excited to use my experience to tell each gun’s unique story and help our creative team continue to grow.”

"After leaving the military, I entered sales, learning to connect with people and understand their needs. After 11 years, I opened a gaming, computer, and graphic design store, which thrived until it burned down in a fire. This forced me to pivot again, landing a job as an EDI analyst at Walmart, where I sharpened my analytical skills.

In 2005, I joined Wilson Combat as IT director, and just two weeks in, the owner asked me if I’d ever taken photos of guns. Though I had no experience, I soon found myself immersed in gun photography. Over the next decade at Wilson Combat, I honed my skills, capturing the elegance and power of firearms.

In 2015, I moved to Nighthawk Custom, where my photography and creative skills further grew. Eight years later, I accepted a role as Chief Creative Officer at SK Guns, working from my dream home studio.

Now, at 65, I realize it’s time to share the knowledge I’ve gained. My goal is to help others build their own careers in gun photography, passing the torch and offering the lessons I’ve learned along the way."

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