American Pickers · SEASON 1
Big Bear
Episode 1 · 2010-01-18

- Reality
Episode overview
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 to Danny Beans’ — a man whose dozen barns are packed with junk but is reluctant to sell them anything. Office manager Danielle tracks down a retired carnie named “Bear” who’s sitting on an awesome collection of vintage rides.
43 minutes
Season 1 episodes
1. Big Bear2010-01-18
2. Super Scooter2010-01-25
3. White Castle on the Farm2010-02-01
4. Invisible Pump2010-02-08
5. Back Breaker2010-02-15
6. Mole Man2010-03-01
7. Frank's Gamble2010-03-08
8. 5 Acres of Junk2010-03-15
9. Bigfoot in Alabama2010-03-29
10. Know When to Fold2010-03-29
11. Fill'er Up2010-04-05
12. Leland's Cafe2010-04-05