Hardcore Pawn

2009•9 series•Entertainment / Factual
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`The working man's bank' is always willing to make a deal. That's why for the people of Detroit, the go-to pawn shop for more than four decades has been American Jewelry and Loan. This series follows its day-to-day operations, focusing on third-generation pawnbroker and company patriarch Les Gold, a street-smart old-schooler known for driving a hard bargain but having a soft heart. The family business also includes Seth, Les' only son and business partner; daughter Ashley, the shop's general manager; and Les' wife, Lili. But there's no question who the boss is, and he's often heard reminding his team of more than 45 employees, `The customer always lies'.

Aftermath: Episode Image
Episode 1Aftermath

Exploring the goings-on in the Gold family's huge Detroit pawn shop. Les shocks the others when he reveals plans to buy a new store. Is it a good idea? (S5, ep 1)

Final Decision: Episode Image
Episode 2Final Decision

Les reveals to Seth and Ashley whether he'll buy the new pawn shop, but his decision has bigger consequences than anyone could imagine. (S5, ep 2)

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