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HISTORY s ratings record-breaker is back for another installment!
In small towns, and along America's back roads, treasures are waiting to be uncovered valuable relics from our history that are hidden in junk piles, buried in barns and stacked in garages. It takes experts to find them and turn rust to riches. American Pickers follows two of the most skilled pickers Mike Wolfe, owner of Antique Archaeology, and his business partner, Frank Fritz as they hunt down objects with historical, collectible and pop culture value. Along the way, they meet people whose own stories open a window into American lives and history. AMERICAN PICKERS: VOLUME 4 proves there s no place Mike and Frank won t go in search of hidden treasure as they pick through the hills of Malibu, California, go to a backcountry Alabama auction, and go on assignment for William Shatner.
DISC 1: Fairlane Fever / Too Hot To Handle / Trading Up / The Emu Chase
DISC 2: Keep Out! / They Boldly Go / The Possum Trot / California Dreamin
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
8 Episodes Of A Fascinating History Channel Original With Unforgivably Bad DVD Marketing
August 7, 2012
Format:DVD
Explanation For Lower Rating:
I'm not sure what the History Channel is doing with their DVD releases this year, but it is certainly a step in the wrong direction. When they released "Pawn Stars: Volume Three," many people assumed that the show would be Season Three as the other two seasons of the program had been released in their entirety. It was, in fact, only sixteen episodes. When they released "American Pickers: Volume Two," it was the same thing. Season One had been released with all episodes, but this Volume Two was only eight episodes of Season Two. I know some people that preordered sight unseen, or just weren't paying attention, felt a little shortchanged by these smaller portions as opposed to what they had assumed were full season DVD releases. Personally, I didn't agree with the decision but, at least, the DVD packaging was very clear about what was included. Anyone who read the box knew what to expect: how many episodes and which ones, so it wasn't a blind investment!
Now here's a leap backwards for "American Pickers,Volume 4."
I am sitting here with the DVD in hand and nowhere does it say how many episodes are inside. Never mind that it doesn't list them (which in my opinion it should if it is not a Complete Season package), it doesn't even tell you how many episodes you are getting. I suppose I'm supposed to look at the running time and do some estimated mathematics? I know this may seem trivial to some or that I'm overreacting, but I think the company owes potential buyers this information. My lower rating, therefore, reflects the History Channel's (or A&E Networks distributing) apparent disregard for its own fan base. I don't like to make purchases without knowing exactly what I'm paying for! It's not the price (which is in line with the contents), it's the lack of information that bothers me.
I, however, will tell you what is inside. The 2 DVD set has eight episodes, a chronological continuation of Season Two for just shy of six hours worth of programming. Really, how hard would it have been to include the fact that there were eight episodes on the DVD box?
Season Two: (1) Fairlane Fever, (2) Too Hot To Handle, (3) Trading Up, (4) The Emu Chase, (5) Keep Out!, (6) They Boldly Go, (7) The Possum Trot, and (8) California Dreamin. There are no special features, but there are Spanish and English subtitle options.
The premise, for anyone unfamiliar with the show, is that two "pickers" (Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz) travel the country trying to unearth hidden treasures from the various people they meet along the way. Some of the items may have historical significance. That's the angle the History Channel uses to tie the show into its lineup. In truth, the show has similar appeal to the classic "Antique Roadshow" mixed with the treasure hunting gamble of "Storage Wars" with a dash of "Hoarders" thrown in for good measure. It's always intriguing to see what long forgotten gems might be lurking in someone's garage or junkyard. Along the way, the boys chat up the locals and experience a different kind of Americana. An interesting show, but fans deserve some respect in these DVD releases. KGHarris, 8/12.
I'm not sure what the History Channel is doing with their DVD releases this year, but it is certainly a step in the wrong direction. When they released "Pawn Stars: Volume Three," many people assumed that the show would be Season Three as the other two seasons of the program had been released in their entirety. It was, in fact, only sixteen episodes. When they released "American Pickers: Volume Two," it was the same thing. Season One had been released with all episodes, but this Volume Two was only eight episodes of Season Two. I know some people that preordered sight unseen, or just weren't paying attention, felt a little shortchanged by these smaller portions as opposed to what they had assumed were full season DVD releases. Personally, I didn't agree with the decision but, at least, the DVD packaging was very clear about what was included. Anyone who read the box knew what to expect: how many episodes and which ones, so it wasn't a blind investment!
Now here's a leap backwards for "American Pickers,Volume 4."
I am sitting here with the DVD in hand and nowhere does it say how many episodes are inside. Never mind that it doesn't list them (which in my opinion it should if it is not a Complete Season package), it doesn't even tell you how many episodes you are getting. I suppose I'm supposed to look at the running time and do some estimated mathematics? I know this may seem trivial to some or that I'm overreacting, but I think the company owes potential buyers this information. My lower rating, therefore, reflects the History Channel's (or A&E Networks distributing) apparent disregard for its own fan base. I don't like to make purchases without knowing exactly what I'm paying for! It's not the price (which is in line with the contents), it's the lack of information that bothers me.
I, however, will tell you what is inside. The 2 DVD set has eight episodes, a chronological continuation of Season Two for just shy of six hours worth of programming. Really, how hard would it have been to include the fact that there were eight episodes on the DVD box?
Season Two: (1) Fairlane Fever, (2) Too Hot To Handle, (3) Trading Up, (4) The Emu Chase, (5) Keep Out!, (6) They Boldly Go, (7) The Possum Trot, and (8) California Dreamin. There are no special features, but there are Spanish and English subtitle options.
The premise, for anyone unfamiliar with the show, is that two "pickers" (Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz) travel the country trying to unearth hidden treasures from the various people they meet along the way. Some of the items may have historical significance. That's the angle the History Channel uses to tie the show into its lineup. In truth, the show has similar appeal to the classic "Antique Roadshow" mixed with the treasure hunting gamble of "Storage Wars" with a dash of "Hoarders" thrown in for good measure. It's always intriguing to see what long forgotten gems might be lurking in someone's garage or junkyard. Along the way, the boys chat up the locals and experience a different kind of Americana. An interesting show, but fans deserve some respect in these DVD releases. KGHarris, 8/12.
6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By IndyTC
Format:DVD
Once again, don't be fooled. this is "volume 4" from season 2.
it is NOT season 4.
sure it says "volume" but if you're not familiar (which i wasn't) with that brand of marketing it's easy to not realize you're being tricked. If they wanted to be honest. they'd say "Volume 4 of Season 2" so clearly this is a bit of dis-honesty hoping to trick you into not being careful. Well done amazon. I became complacent and forgot, you don't trust anywone, not even someone you've bought from for years.
it is NOT season 4.
sure it says "volume" but if you're not familiar (which i wasn't) with that brand of marketing it's easy to not realize you're being tricked. If they wanted to be honest. they'd say "Volume 4 of Season 2" so clearly this is a bit of dis-honesty hoping to trick you into not being careful. Well done amazon. I became complacent and forgot, you don't trust anywone, not even someone you've bought from for years.
By Todd E. Monk
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Love the series, got this for my mom as a gift and she can't get enough of it and wishes she had cable.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
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I like the adventure in finding rare and unique antiques that Mike and Frank always seem to find and bargin for.
Published 21 days ago by Trinaut
5.0 out of 5 stars
pickers never disappoints.
Once again a great installment from mike and frank.
Like it how each collection kinda focuses on another interest as well as the usual. Loved it
Like it how each collection kinda focuses on another interest as well as the usual. Loved it
Published 1 month ago by opilio pup
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great
Am always entertained at their ability to talk prices down, But am always educated as to history of antiques and the such. Love their chemistry and the occasional danielle pick.
Published 2 months ago by R. M
2.0 out of 5 stars
Boys find more of the same stuff !
Well at this point you would have thought the eastern USA would have run out of rusting signs and motorcycle parts. Read more
Published 4 months ago by george smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of my wife's favorite shows
This was a hit as a Christmas gift! This is one of my wife's favorite shows, and I like it also.
Published 4 months ago by House fan
5.0 out of 5 stars
american pickers
frank and mike do a great job going the back roads looking for treasures and geting good deals they are the best love the show
Published 5 months ago by clown
5.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting & Fun
Great show. I love watching them haggle with strangers, and find truly amazing things in the most random, backwoods places.
Published 5 months ago by Heather Lia
5.0 out of 5 stars
You can never go wrong with these guys
The chase is on to a reality show that is fun and amazing in the search of America's lost treasures. You will love it and a must for trivia and seakers of the past .
Published 5 months ago by Lurch
5.0 out of 5 stars
Have all 4
I bought this for a Christmas gift, if it's like the others my husband will enjoy watching what they pick through.
Published 6 months ago by Lori
5.0 out of 5 stars
american pickers
Love the show.. altho i wish their hunting didn't just revolve around the midwest..they should do sum shows out in montana or Idaho
Published 6 months ago by Lovetotruck
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