American Pickers

10 Best Episodes of American Pickers - Season 12

Pickers like Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz are on a mission to recycle America, even if it means diving into countless piles of grimy junk or getting chased off a gun-wielding homeowner’s land. Hitting back roads from coast to coast, the two men earn a living by restoring forgotten relics to their former glory, transforming one person’s trash into another’s treasure.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 10, 2023.

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American Pickers - S12E16

#15 - Beer Factor (Season 12 - Episode 16)

In the heartland of beer, Frank is surprised to meet an old friend; Plus, the guys secretly prepare a surprise build for Danielle.

The episode was rated 7.43 from 266 votes.

American Pickers - S12E17

#14 - Divide and Conquer (Season 12 - Episode 17)

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The guys double-team a packed property to find what they're looking for before nightfall. Plus, Mike discovers something living in the attic.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 264 votes.

American Pickers - S12E8

#13 - The Greatest Pick on Earth (Season 12 - Episode 8)

After a mammoth pick on a 25-acre homestead, the guys comb through the largest collection of sideshow memorabilia they've ever seen.

The episode was rated 7.48 from 151 votes.

American Pickers - S12E9

#12 - Hidden in Plane Sight (Season 12 - Episode 9)

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The guys explore a stash of ultra-rare motorcycle parts found behind a secret wall, and they find the ultimate aviation collectible -- a propeller linked to Charles Lindbergh.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 156 votes.

American Pickers - S12E2

#11 - Sgt. Picker's Lonely Hearts Club (Season 12 - Episode 2)

At an old school drive-in, Mike and Danielle uncover a vintage reel of Beatles' footage that could be the only one of its kind.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 150 votes.

American Pickers - S12E1

#10 - Tough Nut to Crack (Season 12 - Episode 1)

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When Frank goes nuts for a century-old snack icon, he must decide if it’s worth an unprecedented sum of money to take it home. Then, Mike falls hard for a Roaring Twenties roadster.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 143 votes.

American Pickers - S12E6

#9 - High Energy Crisis (Season 12 - Episode 6)

The guys have their hands full with a high-strung super-collector who might bounce off the walls. Plus, Danielle lands in NYC for a high-stakes auction of rock legend memorabilia.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 144 votes.

American Pickers - S12E3

#8 - Bound for Badness (Season 12 - Episode 3)

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When a freestyle lands them on the doorstep of a former arms dealer and her Judo champion husband, the guys make a killer back-room deal.

The episode was rated 7.55 from 149 votes.

American Pickers - S12E7

#7 - Going Down? (Season 12 - Episode 7)

If the guys can't get a mammoth 1929 Roadster safely down a decaying 100-year-old elevator they will be $20,000 in the hole. Plus, Mike uncovers a surprise when he hears hissing coming from beneath an out-of-control collection.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 138 votes.

American Pickers - S12E13

#6 - Risks and Rewards (Season 12 - Episode 13)

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In Detroit, Frank takes a big risk on one of the greatest pieces he’s ever seen. Plus, Mike acquires a Purple Heart along with a very special mission.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 151 votes.

American Pickers - S12E14

#5 - Rock and a Hard Place (Season 12 - Episode 14)

The guys get the pick of a lifetime behind the scenes at a famous tourist attraction, plus a collector in Cape Cod shuts down deal after deal until his wife steps in.

The episode was rated 7.58 from 355 votes.

American Pickers - S12E5

#4 - Shocked and Loaded (Season 12 - Episode 5)

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The guys encounter a mad scientist who creates his own lightning and hypnotizes Frank.

The episode was rated 7.58 from 134 votes.

American Pickers - S12E4

#3 - Twin at all Costs (Season 12 - Episode 4)

On a family compound near NYC, Mike flips for the coin-op elephant in the room and a staggering collection of A-list mannequins leaves him speechless.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 150 votes.

American Pickers - S12E15

#2 - Catch-32 (Season 12 - Episode 15)

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The guys have their work cut out for them on a huge property with more custom ’32 Fords than they have ever seen in one place, and Danielle attempts an important military mission.

The episode was rated 7.60 from 255 votes.

American Pickers - S12E12

#1 - Concrete Jungle (Season 12 - Episode 12)

The guys pick New York City for the first time ever, and go back to the future at a sprawling computer store packed with a mind-blowing stockpile of 20th century technological artifacts.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 151 votes.

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