Pawn Stars
I have to say, I don't like antiques and old valuable stuff (I unfortunately grew up in a house with a hoarder and have come to really dislike such clutter), but surprisingly I've found the show interesting and I'm surprised I actually somewhat like learning about this stuff. It seems to be a man's hobby for the most part, but I really like the show and I'd love to meet the guys some time.
They're all cool and it would be a hoot to meet Chumlee. I bet you that guy gets laid a lot!
Quote: HotBlondeDoes anybody else watch this show? Has anybody been to their shop? What was your experience?
I have to say, I don't like antiques and old valuable stuff (I unfortunately grew up in a house with a hoarder and have come to really dislike such clutter), but surprisingly I've found the show interesting and I'm surprised I actually somewhat like learning about this stuff. It seems to be a man's hobby for the most part, but I really like the show and I'd love to meet the guys some time.
They're all cool and it would be a hoot to meet Chumlee. I bet you that guy gets laid a lot!
I have heard going to the shop in Vegas is a waste of time as the famous cast members are never there and other than that, it's just a normal pawn shop. And it's filled to the gills with tourists.
Quote: HotBlondeDoes anybody else watch this show? Has anybody been to their shop? What was your experience?
I have to say, I don't like antiques and old valuable stuff (I unfortunately grew up in a house with a hoarder and have come to really dislike such clutter), but surprisingly I've found the show interesting and I'm surprised I actually somewhat like learning about this stuff. It seems to be a man's hobby for the most part, but I really like the show and I'd love to meet the guys some time.
They're all cool and it would be a hoot to meet Chumlee. I bet you that guy gets laid a lot!
Lots of us watch it, general attitude is watch it like you watch pro wrestling. Enjoy it if you like but don't assume more than 5% is real.
There is a thread on this from some time if you want more info on it. I forget who on here went to the store often before the show.
I'm assuming you're joking. First of all, I was being serious. He's a loveable guy and the show has brought him fame, so it's probably really easy for him to attract women. Secondly, even if it was an insult, which it was not, it wasn't directed at a forum member so stop trying to cause trouble.Quote: Buzzard" I bet you that guy gets laid a lot! " Is this a personal insult ?
I think Chumlee is like a big teddy bear and I would love to meet him and give him a nice big hug.
Hands of the trigger, Mission. There is a comp in the first part of my last word in the sentence above.
death here: https://wizardofvegas.com/forum/questions-and-answers/las-vegas/569-pawn-stars/13/
The lines can be long and when we got to enter there was a very large (fat) bouncer type at the door giving everyone the evil eye. On both visits the workers acted cocky and were not helpful in assisting customers, probably because they have had their fill of gawkers. If you have anything better to do, go ahead and skip this place.
Resist the temptation to park in the adjacent lot even for a minute. You will be towed. Feed the parking meters because the meter maids come out of nowhere on little scooters.
The place has gotten so popular that its hard to get a "good" deal. I'm sure other no-name pawn shops can offer you better value.
Haha, maybe I can hide in the bathroom and then pop out when they're there and filming.Quote: IbeatyouracesYou'll never see the family there by law. When they film, the store is closed.
Quote: HotBlondeHaha, maybe I can hide in the bathroom and then pop out when they're there and filming.
On the days they film the store never opens. The
whole thing is a sham. If you have a suit of armor
or a document signed by George Washington, a
pawn shop is the last place you'd take it. Pawn
Shops notoriously underpay on everything, it's
where desperate people go. In fact, the Old Man
has a local rep of being an extreme tight wad. He
used to royally rip people off because he knew they
were desperate to get money to gamble with.
Quote: Buzzard" I bet you that guy gets laid a lot! " Is this a personal insult ?
Sound like it from the context
In part one of that quote, our own self-proclaimed Hot Blonde says she would like to meet Chumlee.Quote: HotBlondeThey're all cool and it would be a hoot to meet Chumlee. I bet you that guy gets laid a lot!
I do think that in itself is a strong argument that part two is probably right.
I'm not saying HotBlonde actually has a desire or a chance, or vice versa, but I'm sure Chumlee has plenty of opportunities.
Additional evidence: On the store's souvenir wall, there are more t-Shirts of Chumlee than anyone else.
Quote: DJTeddyBearIn part one of that quote, our own self-proclaimed Hot Blonde says she would like to meet Chumlee.
I do think that in itself is a strong argument that part two is probably right.
I'm not saying HotBlonde actually has a desire or a chance, or vice versa, but I'm sure Chumlee has plenty of opportunities.
Additional evidence: On the store's souvenir wall, there are more t-Shirts of Chumlee than anyone else.
DJTB,
Hit yourself with the garden hose before you come in the house, would ya? All that mucking around'll track up the place.
Or you could consider "cancel". Just to the right of "post". Useful when what I'm sure was meant to be a compliment just kinda goes off somewhere...lol
Besides, middle Rick is the cutest one.
Quote: DJTeddyBearthere are more t-Shirts of Chumlee than anyone else.
Chumlee has the biggest fan base for sure.
He get the most mail and the most attention.
He's the only one who's not married, Cory
got married right out of HS. Rick got remarried
last year to a woman 20 years younger than
him.
http://www.showbizspy.com/article/264670/austin-chumlee-russell-from-pawn-stars-to-marry-tanya-hyjazi.html
Quote: GWAEI went to American Loan and Jewelry twice. You would think the place would be nice and well kept. It is just a pawn shop that is dirty and cluttered.
Nice area of town.... for real deals head south about 3 miles turn east... all houses are 2 for $5.... as is
The store itself is just a big tourist attraction now. Half the space on the floor is setup to sell t shirts, key chains, mugs, etc...
Quote: IbeatyouracesFrom our 'trusted' information source, wikipedia...
"As a result of filming at the shop, however, the four main cast members no longer work the counter, due to laws that require the identity of customers pawning items to remain confidential, and the tourists and fans taking photos and video in the showroom that would preclude this. When shooting episodes of the series, the shop is temporarily closed, with only a handful of customers allowed into the showroom."
When they film the sun looks like it is early in the day, before the people who pawn are out of bed. Always a few people in the background when the show is going on. Probably they let a few people in line in as "extras" if they fit the profile.
Quote: Ibeatyouracesthe shop is temporarily closed, with only a handful of customers allowed into the showroom."
They usually shoot one day a week during the
season and yes, it's closed the whole day. They
sporadically open and close it, that would be
counter productive. It's a TV show, they know
who they're filming and what the story is for that
episode. A well oiled machine.
Quote: TomspurI have been living in Vegas for 4 years and I don't even know the location of their shop nor do I care.
In between the Strat and Fremont on LV Blvd, you can't miss
it. I went there for years before it was a show.
Quote: EvenBobIn between the Strat and Fremont on LV Blvd, you can't miss
it. I went there for years before it was a show.
You assume that by giving me the location I will go? :)
I would rather go to Spearmint Rhino.....do you know the location of that spot bob? LOL
Quote: HotBlondeDoes anybody else watch this show? Has anybody been to their shop? What was your experience?
I have to say, I don't like antiques and old valuable stuff (I unfortunately grew up in a house with a hoarder and have come to really dislike such clutter), but surprisingly I've found the show interesting and I'm surprised I actually somewhat like learning about this stuff. It seems to be a man's hobby for the most part, but I really like the show and I'd love to meet the guys some time.
They're all cool and it would be a hoot to meet Chumlee. I bet you that guy gets laid a lot!
I haven't been there, but I imagine this a a more authentic portrayal. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gvu6APT3JLY
Quote: Ibeatyouraces3340 S Highland Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109 :-)
Bad boy :)
Quote: EvenBobAnother Pawn Stars thread? It's already been talked to
death here: https://wizardofvegas.com/forum/questions-and-answers/las-vegas/569-pawn-stars/13/
Thanks for trying Bob.
Quote: endermikeSadly, Chumlee may be going off the market
http://www.showbizspy.com/article/264670/austin-chumlee-russell-from-pawn-stars-to-marry-tanya-hyjazi.html
Damn! Now I'm bummed! :'(
Chumlee is so loveable
Quote: HotBlondeDamn! Now I'm bummed! :'(
Chumlee is so loveable
Try Jon Gosselin, he is sometimes available!
She just did her makeup really nice. There's nothing wrong with that. I do that too...Quote: IbeatyouracesShe's got ten pounds of paint on her face. She looks fake.
Quote: HotBlondeAnd she's pretty too...
I do not find her attractive at all.
Quote: DRichI do not find her attractive at all.
Yuk. You can scrape the makeup off with
a putty knife. She has on more than a
kabuki actor.
Quote: thecesspitLuckily, the only person who needs to find her attractive is Chumlee....
And the only thing attractive about him is his money.
When that's gone eventually, she'll be gone.
Quote: CrystalMathI agree, she's not pretty. Maybe Chumlee likes her for her personality.
Maybe he likes her because she love bombs him
every day because he's a rich celebrity. He's 30,
and not the sharpest knife in the rack.
He's not nearly as stupid as he seems on the show.Quote: EvenBobHe's 30,
and not the sharpest knife in the rack.
Quote: DJTeddyBearHe's not nearly as stupid as he seems on the show.
He a little smarter when he's not on camera,
but not by much. He's not dumb, closer to
average is more like it. He also lives way
above his pay grade, which I'm sure has
nothing to do with women being after him
all the time. I met him a few times in the
shop before the show came on, he was just
your average clerk. I bought a gold class ring
from him, and he told me they had a buyer
from Germany that came in twice a year and
bought up all their class rings. They're hot in
EU apparently.
"He enjoys driving his 1986 Buick Regal, which he has customized with hydraulics on the front and back. He also owns a Rolls-Royce Phantom, a Maserati GranTurismo, a Cadillac Escalade, Range Rover, and a 1964 Impala SS.
He makes good money, but these are poor investments.
