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Gold Rush S16E6 — The Weasel
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Gold Rush•Season 16•Episode 6

The Weasel

7.2/10 · 26 votesDec 12, 202548 min

Ranked #12 of 23 in Season 16•matches the season avg

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Tony hunts down an insubordinate crew member. Rick gets his first gold from Lightning Creek. Kevin's parents pressure him to get his new Pyramid Cut running.

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Episode Summary

"The Weasel" is episode 6 of Gold Rush season 16. It scored 7.2/10 from 26 votes, ranking #12 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.2). It aired on December 12, 2025.

Next: E7 · Surprise FortunesBest of Season 16