The Wolfe brothers return, their trusty van rumbling down dusty roads in search of forgotten relics and quirky collectors. “Gavel to Gravel,” the latest episode of “American Pickers,” takes them to a fifth-generation demolition business and junkyard in Los Angeles. This isn’t your average backyard clutter; we’re talking mountains of twisted metal and buried treasure, a picker’s paradise (or nightmare, depending on your tolerance for tetanus). The challenge? Reaching the good stuff amidst the precarious piles. It’s a high-stakes game of Jenga with rusty appliances and vintage signage.
But the West Coast isn’t the only stop on this picking pilgrimage. The brothers also head to Florida, where they encounter a formidable collector known only as the “Judge.” This legal eagle apparently presides over a trove of petroliana and enjoys playing mind games with potential buyers. Expect some tense negotiations, shrewd bargaining tactics, and maybe even a gavel or two.
“American Pickers” often hinges on the charm of its hosts and the novelty of its finds. “Gavel to Gravel” seems to offer both, with the potential for some genuinely unique discoveries buried within that L.A. junkyard and the inevitable fireworks sparked by the “Judge’s” combative personality.
“Gavel to Gravel” airs Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 9 PM ET on History.
