Pawn Stars Season 5 Episode 13 Learning the Ropes
- TV-14
- January 9, 2012
- 21 min
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6.2 (40)
In season 5 episode 13 of Pawn Stars, titled "Learning the Ropes," the Harrison family-owned pawn shop once again opens its doors to customers looking to pawn or sell their prized possessions. The episode starts with the arrival of a seller carrying a unique item – a set of antique firehouse bells from the late 1800s. Rick Harrison, the shop's owner, is immediately interested in the item and calls in an expert to evaluate its value.
Next up is a customer looking to sell a collection of old climbing ropes and carabiners. Rick is immediately skeptical, but the seller insists that they belonged to Sir Edmund Hillary and were used during the first ascent of Mount Everest in 1953. Rick calls in a climbing expert to verify the authenticity of the items and determine their worth.
Another interesting item that comes in for evaluation is an original 1950s Fender guitar. The owner tells Rick that it was played by the legendary musician Buddy Holly and has been passed down through his family for generations. Rick brings in a guitar expert to authenticate the item and appraise its value.
In addition to these items, Rick also has to deal with a seller who is trying to pawn off a fake Rolex watch. He then must navigate a difficult negotiation with a customer selling a rare 1515 Bible.
Overall, this episode of Pawn Stars showcases the expertise and knowledge of the pawn shop's staff as they evaluate and appraise unique and valuable items. The show also highlights the importance of thorough research and authentication in determining the value of these items. Fans of the show will enjoy watching the negotiation and haggling between the sellers and the pawn shop's staff, as well as the history and stories behind each piece brought in for evaluation.