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The Best Episodes of American Pickers Season 12

Every episode of American Pickers Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Pickers Season 12!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Pickers Season 12 Episode 1 - Tough Nut to Crack
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #1 - Tough Nut to Crack

    S12:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 2 - Sgt. Picker's Lonely Hearts Club
    7.2/10(20 votes)

    #2 - Sgt. Picker's Lonely Hearts Club

    S12:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 3 - Bound for Badness
    7.2/10(22 votes)

    #3 - Bound for Badness

    S12:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 4 - Twin at all Costs
    6.8/10(20 votes)

    #4 - Twin at all Costs

    S12:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 5 - Shocked and Loaded
    7.2/10(23 votes)

    #5 - Shocked and Loaded

    S12:E5

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 6 - High Energy Crisis
    6.9/10(20 votes)

    #6 - High Energy Crisis

    S12:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 7 - Going Down?
    6.7/10(17 votes)

    #7 - Going Down?

    S12:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 8 - The Greatest Pick on Earth
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    #8 - The Greatest Pick on Earth

    S12:E8

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

    Director:Unknown
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  9. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 9 - Hidden in Plane Sight
    7.0/10(24 votes)

    #9 - Hidden in Plane Sight

    S12:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 10 - Hydro Homestead
    7.7/10(22 votes)

    #10 - Hydro Homestead

    S12:E10

    The guys try to buy from a super-handyman on a unique homestead, but his deal-making could end the pick before it gets going.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 11 - Time Warp
    7.6/10(20 votes)

    #11 - Time Warp

    S12:E11

    The guys are stunned by a house with storefronts frozen in time, containing a bounty of never-sold stock and a secret bootlegging basement.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 12 - Concrete Jungle
    7.2/10(20 votes)

    #12 - Concrete Jungle

    S12:E12

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 13 - Risks and Rewards
    7.1/10(20 votes)

    #13 - Risks and Rewards

    S12:E13

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 14 - Rock and a Hard Place
    7.6/10(22 votes)

    #14 - Rock and a Hard Place

    S12:E14

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 15 - Catch-32
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Catch-32

    S12:E15

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 16 - Beer Factor
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Beer Factor

    S12:E16

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

    Director:Unknown
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  17. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 17 - Divide and Conquer
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Divide and Conquer

    S12:E17

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

    Director:Unknown
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  18. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 18 - Top Cars
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Top Cars

    S12:E18

    From a farm fresh '33 coupe to a heavy hitting Italian racecar, the guys explore their hottest automotive finds.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 19 - Down & Dirty Digs
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Down & Dirty Digs

    S12:E19

    One man’s trash is Mike and Frank’s treasures as they go digging in some of the dirtiest places for rusty gold.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. American Pickers Season 12 Episode 20 - Super Sized Buys
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Super Sized Buys

    S12:E20

    Mike and Frank find the biggest items they've ever picked, but getting these behemoths home is the hardest part.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 12 Ratings Summary

"Tough Nut to Crack" is the best rated episode of "American Pickers" season 12. It scored 6.6/10 based on 18 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/3/2016. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Sgt. Picker's Lonely Hearts Club".