Ep 19. Space Ranger

In American Pickers season 18 episode 19 entitled "Space Ranger", Mike and Frank embark on another exciting pick in search of unique and valuable relics. In this episode, the duo travels to an eccentric collector's property in rural Michigan, where they hope to uncover rare items that can be turned into a profit.

As they explore the property, Mike and Frank come across a wide range of eclectic items ranging from a life-size astronaut statue to a massive collection of vintage radios. The collector, who refers to himself as the "Space Ranger" is clearly passionate about the items he has collected over the years, and goes into detail about the history behind each piece.

One of the most interesting finds on this pick is a collection of military firearms that the Space Ranger had acquired. The collector has an extensive knowledge of firearms history and is able to provide the American Pickers with valuable insight into the origins of each weapon. Mike and Frank are able to secure several firearms from the collection and offer the Space Ranger a fair price for his treasures.

Another highlight of this episode is a rare coin-operated horse ride that the American Pickers discover in a barn on the property. The horse ride, which dates back to the 1950s, is in extremely good condition, and the duo is impressed by the ornate detailing of the ride. They suspect that it will sell well at auction and decide to take it back to their shop for further examination.

Throughout the episode, the American Pickers also come across a wide array of vintage radios and phonographs which they believe may be valuable to collectors. After negotiating with the Space Ranger, they purchase several of these items as well as a wide range of vintage advertising signs.

As with every pick, there are moments of tension and negotiation between Mike and Frank and the Space Ranger. However, overall the tone of the episode is light-hearted and entertaining as the trio shares stories and laughs while exploring the treasures on the Space Ranger's property.

The episode ends with the American Pickers loading up their van with their finds and saying goodbye to the Space Ranger. They head back to their shop to prepare for the auctions where they will try to turn a profit on their purchases.

Overall, "Space Ranger" is a fun and entertaining episode of American Pickers that showcases the unique and quirky items that the show is famous for uncovering. Mike and Frank have a great rapport with the Space Ranger, and the episode is a reminder of the joy of discovering hidden treasures and the thrill of the hunt.