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American Pickers S1E1 — Big Bear
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American Pickers•Season 1•Episode 1

Big Bear

7.3/10 · 84 votesJan 18, 201043 min

Ranked #8 of 12 in Season 1•−0.2 vs season avg

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While hunting for collectables in Central Iowa, Mike and Frank meet 88-year-old WWII veteran Leland and buy the Japanese sword he brought back from the war. Mike takes a chance on an old saddle and ends up with a big surprise. The guys head over

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Episode Summary

"Big Bear" is episode 1 of American Pickers season 1. It scored 7.3/10 from 84 votes, ranking #8 of 12 episodes this season (season average 7.5). It aired on January 18, 2010.

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