Ep 8. One Pony Town

In American Pickers season 2 episode 8 titled "One Pony Town," Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz head to South Dakota to explore a town that has been left behind by time. The two pickers are on the hunt for rare and unique items that they can buy and sell for a profit.

Their first stop is at a family farm where they meet Dean and his sister Kathy. The farm has been in their family for over 100 years, and they have a barn full of treasures that they are willing to part with. Mike and Frank are interested in a wooden corn sheller and a vintage train set. Dean also shows them his collection of antique cars, including a rare Pierce-Arrow that he is not willing to part with.

Next, the pickers drive to a ghost town called Scenic. The town was once a bustling mining and railroad town, but it has since become abandoned. They meet with a local artist named Bruce who has lived in Scenic for over 20 years. Bruce takes them on a tour of the town and shows them some of the artifacts that he has collected over the years. Mike and Frank are interested in some old signs that were salvaged from the town's general store.

The pickers then visit a man named Les who has a collection of horse-drawn carriages and wagons. Les has been collecting these items for over 40 years and has over 100 in his collection. Mike and Frank are amazed by the craftsmanship and detail of the carriages. Les also shows them a rare 1924 Ford Model T Roadster that he is willing to sell.

After leaving Les' property, Mike and Frank stumble upon a yard sale where they find a rare 1920s barber chair. The chair is in great condition, and the pickers are able to negotiate a good price with the seller.

Their last stop is at a scrap yard where they meet with a man named Doug. Doug has a large collection of scrap metal and vintage cars that he has collected over the years. Mike and Frank are interested in a vintage Coke machine and a rare 1940s Harley Davidson motorcycle that Doug has in his collection.

Overall, American Pickers season 2 episode 8 "One Pony Town" takes viewers on a tour of some of South Dakota's hidden treasures. From antique cars to horse-drawn carriages, Mike and Frank are on the hunt for items that will bring them a profit. The episode provides a glimpse into the history of the state and the unique items that can be found in even the most remote locations.