Hardcore Pawn(2010–2015)

Dangerous Cash

An angry customer threatens Les, putting the store on alert. Security later lets the customer escape, upsetting Les. Meanwhile, Ashley and Seth bet on whether a stripper pole will sell.

Booze and Guns

The Golds clash over the need to arm the staff after a customer threatens Les. The competition heats up between Ashley and Seth over a pawn, and Ashley's negotiation skills are questioned.

Bulletproof Gator

A man tries to sell his alligator, and Ashley and Seth want no part of it. Then, someone wants to pawn a bulletproof vest; Les wants it tested! Tempers flare when Ashley mishandles a deal.

Trouble Inside

Tensions boil when a guy flips out over a mix-up with his gold chain. Then, Ashley loses it when a customer tries to pawn a cursed relic! Will its deadly history catch her in its grip?

Moving Targets

An employee becomes violent, nearly tearing the Golds apart. Then, Ashley goes nuts when a customer tries to sell 50 pairs of panties. And a wacky puppet maker creates replicas of the staff.

Father vs. Son

Les and Seth clash when an idea to give away cash creates a dangerous situation. Then, Ashley recruits Seth to make stripper poles in-house. Will the new venture leave the Golds belly-up?

Les' Big Gamble

Les flips when his security guard shouts down a customer, prompting the family to find a new head of security. Then, Seth and Ashley clash over buying a collection of reptiles and roaches.

Crazy Cash

It's close encounters of the strange kind when Les is presented with an item that's alleged to communicate with aliens. Then, Seth squares off with a customer who flips out when she can't get her earrings out of pawn. Plus, an ex-adult film star brings in a big box of his biggest hits to the shop. And, Ashley is reduced to tears when she and Seth trade blows over a lost sale.

The Big Bet

Les challenges Seth to a high stakes sales competition. As the battle heats up, Les faces his most dangerous customer yet. Will security step in or will Les throw down? Plus, Ashley goes toe-to-toe with a customer who won't take no for an answer.

Storm's a-Brewin

The shop becomes a powder keg when hundreds of angry customers face hour-long lines. Plus, Les must determine if a customer is fencing stolen goods. Then, the Golds are presented with a rusty old tractor that could be worth a truckload of cash. And, Seth and Ashley's feud erupts in front of the entire staff... and Les is forced to intervene.

Desperate Pawn

Seth takes a beating when a negotiation turns into a kung fu fiasco. Then, Ashley scrambles to find a customer's missing guitar. Plus, the Golds must stand together as they face off against a mob of desperate customers, all in a day that's brought in more business than they typically see in two weeks.

Skulls & Scoundrels

A customer claims that he was overcharged for a watch. Ashley becomes irate with Les and Seth over their undermining of her authority. Les buys an elephant skull and porta-potty. Les has to take over a deal when Ashley offers too much money.

The Gambler

A high stakes gambler visits the pawn shop for funds. The Golds bet he'll hit big, but are they pressing their luck? Then, Les calls security for backup when an argument over a missing item turns violent. And, things go from kooky to kinky when a customer tries to sell a gynecologist's table.

Fool's Gold

Things heat up when an employee is asked to strip down and test out a tanning machine. A customer tries to sell her gold bracelet but Les tells her it's a fake. And, Seth has to determine if a gold watch is priceless or worthless.

Aftermath

With Les' threat of opening another store looming in the air, Seth and Ashley must band together to convince him otherwise. Then, a customer looks for fast cash by trying to sell his prosthetic eye. And, when Les suddenly reveals he's found the location for the new store, Seth and Ashley go through the roof. But just when things seem to have settled down, Les does something that will change the family dynamic forever.

Final Decision

Les reveals to Seth and Ashley whether he'll buy the new pawn shop, but his decision has bigger consequences than anyone could have imagined. Amidst the chaos, Seth challenges a customer to a competition for a vintage bubble hockey game and Ashley gets caught in the crossfire when two customers go at it in the middle of the store.

Life After Death

With Ashley gone, business seems to really be picking up - or at least that what Seth thinks. A disagreement over a customer's loan erupts into a knockdown, drag out battle. Then, a rare automobile has Les and Seth very interested. Will they pony up or watch this dream car drive away? And later, Les longs to bring Ashley back into the business, but Seth will have none of it.

Return of the Queen

Les snaps when a customer threatens to throw down over a broken necklace. Then, the Golds are presented with Saddam Hussein's signed personal documents and Iraqi currency. Will his signature prove to be the real thing or not worth the paper it's written on? And later, Les calls Ashley in for a family sit-down. He wants her back at the shop, but she has plans of her own. Will daddy's darling return and change the family business forever or will Seth stand in the way?

Fire Bomb

A customer tries to rip off the store and quickly learns why you never mess with Les. Then, the Golds have the chance to buy a genuine Olympic torch. Will they win this deal or will victory elude them? And, a raging car fire in the parking lot threatens to catch the power lines, but things take a turn for the worst when the family learns someone may be inside the car.

Les Walks Out

With Les gone, Ashley plots Seth's demise. Will he outwit his sister or fall prey to her divisive plan? Plus, a customer wants big cash for his jewelry but a disagreement over its worth leads to a vicious standoff. And, the Golds have the opportunity to buy a rare piece of memorabilia. Seth dangles an enticing deal in front of the seller, but one of them may be getting the shaft.

Les Loses It

Seth negotiates like a tiger when a trove of vintage sports cards comes through the door. Then, the Golds scream when a customer's jewelry is revealed to have been pierced through the most intimate of body parts. And, a drunk customer gets belligerent, but when she calls Les the mother of all insults, he explodes like never before. Can security calm things down or will Les take things too far?

Blood Lines

Ashley blows everyone away with her negotiating skills causing her feud with Seth to resurface. Then, Les is threatened with a trip to the hospital or worse when a shark suit sale goes wrong. Will he back down or ready to throw down? And, when the sibling rivalry reaches a fever pitch, Les is forced to make a decision that will change the way American Jewelry and Loan does business forever.

Turf Wars

With the store officially divided, Seth and Ashley square off to defend their turf. Then, an issue with a fake ID puts Les in a dangerous situation. And, an aggressive father with some high-tech gear for sale humiliates his son in front of the Golds and turns a business deal into a family brawl.

All in the Family

Ashley and Seth have officially marked their territories. Tensions between the two run high, but when a customer demands drug money they are forced to band together for the good of the store. Then, a signed and authenticated Elvis record may command major cash, but will Les and Rich spend too much? And, the gloves come off when a customer threatens to attack Les after hours.

Ashley vs. Rich

When Rich invades Ashley's territory in the jewelry and loan department, she puts him in his place. Then, Seth negotiates hard for high-value jewels, but when the customer starts abusing his girlfriend, things really heat up. Plus, Les eyes a rare piece of memorabilia from a famous movie and ignites a bidding war on the sales floor. And, Rich crosses the line and sends Ashley through the roof. With neither of them willing to back down, will Ashley find common ground or send Rich packing?

New Hire. Now Fire!

Seth takes his biggest stand to date when a 'roid-raging meathead threatens his father's safety. Plus, Ashley surprises everyone with a brand new hire. She's confident this girl's a diamond in the rough, but Les and Seth aren't so sure. Later, Ashley discovers the new girl has been taking items from the jewelry case and is forced to challenge her. The confrontation erupts and Seth steps in to protect his sister and the family business.

Seth vs. Rich

Ashley faces danger head-on when a riled-up customer refuses to leave the store. Then, the friction may have cooled between Rich and Ashley, but when he screws up a major job for Les, Seth takes the heat. Unwilling to fail in his father's eyes, Seth takes Rich on in a face-to-face confrontation with neither man willing to back down.

Drop the Bomb

Les' plan to celebrate the store's 30th anniversary hits a snag when he dumps the job onto Ashley and Seth with the intention of bringing them back together. In the midst of all the family drama, Les has a meltdown when a customer tries peddling him fake gold.

Million Dollar Resolve

The Golds have the opportunity of a lifetime when they stumble upon pieces of art that could be worth millions. But will they strike it rich or will they be left holding the bag? Seth gambles on a piece of Detroit history, and Ashley's patience is put to the test when dealing with a customer and his memories of his long lost cow.

High Roller

Les hands out his biggest loan ever on a luxurious Rolls Royce, leaving Seth and Ashley concerned that the failed art deal may have messed with their dad's head! Will this latest gamble pay off or will another shady transaction leave Les' ego in tatters? Karen gets an impromptu lesson in martial arts, but can she strike a deal with her sensei? Plus, size really does matter when it comes to monster trucks.

The Drag Race

When Les puts the kibosh on Seth's outlandish plan to boost business, father and son head to the race track to decide who's boss. Plus, Ashley shows off her haggling skills on a mannequin outfitted in bondage gear, but not before having some fun...at Bobby J's expense.

Lights, Camera, Drama!

The Golds gear up to shoot a new commercial for the store which can only mean drama. All Les cares about is putting out a good product, but will everyone be happy with the final result? Plus, the shop gets a handful of sexy, when a woman tries to find her perfect mink coat.

Karen's Big Idea

When Karen convinces Les to let her bring in a Feng Shui expert, will it boost sales and bring in positive energy? Ashley and Seth have some serious doubts. Plus, Seth gets an opportunity to buy a piece of Detroit Tigers history when a customer brings in four game-used bases from the 2011 playoffs.

The Estate Sale

Ashley and Les hit the road to get first dibs on a huge estate sale, but will they find treasure or fool's gold? Seth takes a custom Corvette go-kart for a spin but pumps the brakes on the deal when the 12-year-old owner tries to play hardball. Plus, what price is Karen willing to pay to get her hands on a piece of '70s movie memorabilia?

Professor Les

When Les gets a last-minute invite to give a lecture at a local business school, Seth takes the pressure off by writing his speech. Can Les pull it off? Or will Seth's words translate into a disaster? Plus, Ashley and Bobby J go to war over a collection of Nerf guns, and negotiations hit a fever pitch when a wannabe ventriloquist walks in with a dummy that bears a striking resemblance to one of the Golds.

War on the Floor

Les questions Ashley's management skills after two employees get into a fight on the shop floor. Will Ashley succeed as a peacemaker or create an even bigger problem? Meanwhile, Seth stumbles upon what could possibly be the biggest memorabilia deal the store has ever seen, but will it tank?

Secret Shopper

Les hatches a secret plan to put his employees to the test, but how will Seth, Ashley and Karen react when they find out they've also been put under the microscope? Plus, a man in search of the perfect engagement ring ends up giving everyone road rage when he blocks the store parking lot with his truck.

Cousin vs. Cousin

When Ashley interferes with one of Karen's sales on the shop floor, a family feud breaks out. Les urges them to work together, but when Ashley's half-hearted efforts to mentor Karen almost result in a big loss for the store, Les has had enough. Plus, Seth gets quite the show when a rock metal group shopping for a guitar breaks out into an impromptu jam session.

Seth's Big Mistake

Les finally lands a buyer for his special edition Lee Iacocca Mustang, but loses his cool when he learns Seth sent the hot rod out on consignment. Can Seth get the car back in time? Plus, Ashley sniffs out a bad deal on a Pepe le Pew statue, and Byron shows a Rick James wannabe the front door.

Three Ring Circus, Part 1

A customer's dunk tank inspires Karen to come up with a big idea for the shop. Seth and Les are on board, but will Ashley be down for the cause when she finds out what they have planned for her? Plus, Byron puts two hockey fans in the penalty box when they get physical over a vintage puck.

Seth's Return

After Les secretly found out that Seth was at Bill's Pawn Shop, Les confronted him, asking Seth why he would betray the family by visiting a competing pawn shop. Seth explained the real reason: he was branching out into consulting as a sideline -- the very thing that another person that Seth hired tried to do for American Jewelry earlier. As being a consultant is tantamount to disclosing family secrets to strangers, Les gives Seth a choice: "Family, or nothing."

Fishing for Trouble

Frisky Business

Following Joe's arrest the employees were shaken up by the events. But when Seth announced that all employees' bags will be searched upon leaving the store, Les and Ashley thought that he went too far. But that wasn't far enough when Seth also wanted body searches. Also: a man tries to sell a 19th-Century nautical compass for $150, but learns the hard way not to fool with Les when he discovered that that man was selling the same compass online for $33. A woman agreed with Les to sell her Blues Brothers statues for $300, but changed her mind after the deal was made, after her friends told her to hold out for more. A man wanted to buy an electric generator after losing power due to an unpaid bill, but refused to deal with Seth -- or even leave the store -- when he was unable to take it home to try it out first. And another man, unable to sell his ring because Ashley found it to be fake, found himself thrown onto the floor by Byron, the new head of security, when he tried touching Ashley.

Hot Rods, Raging Tempers

When a customer tries to sell his dead wife's diamond ring, the Golds surprise him by turning the item into a priceless pendant. Plus, Ashley butts in on a heated negotiation sending Les through the roof and resulting in a full-out family feud.

Whack Job

A customer pushes the staff to their breaking point with an endless parade of worthless items. Then, Ashley asserts herself when a woman brings in what she claims is rare music box. And, Ashley and Seth band together against an unruly customer.

Rich Returns

Season 6 begins with the return of the banished Rich, who hopes to regain Les’ trust. When Rich eyeballs a load of stolen goods, he sees a way back into the boss’s good graces. Meanwhile, Seth continues his efforts to take over the store, all under Ashley’s watchful and disapproving eye.

The Shocker

Ashley doesn't buy into Seth's new money scheme which, if it works, could mean big bucks for the store; and employees get quite a shock when a customer brings in a vintage electric chair.