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Who is Jersey Jon on American Pickers?
JERSEY Jon is a main cast member on American Pickers.
Jon first starred in the decade-long History Channel series in season seven.
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Who is Jersey Jon on American Pickers?
Jersey Jon, also known as Jon Szalay, is a motorcycle antiques expert.
Jon is well-recognized in the motorcycle industry for his work and as a main consultant for the cast of American Pickers.
He began by restoring and repairing furniture for several local antique shops and building cabinetry for the kiosks on a boardwalk in South Jersey.
He has since opened up his own business called First National Antique Restorations, located in Barnegat, .
How does Jersey Jon know Mike Wolfe?
In the show, Jersey Jon was introduced to fans as a close friend of Mike Wolfe.
Jon told the that he knew Wolfe long before American Pickers was even a thing.
"He's a great friend. When he is working on the east coast, he sleeps on my couch," Jon said.
"And when I go out west for the Davenport meet, he and I would go picking up and down the River."
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How can I watch American Pickers?
American Pickers airs Mondays at 9pm on the History Channel.
Fans can also watch the hit show via Philo, Peacock, Discovery Plus, and The Roku Channel.
Certain seasons are available through a basic subscription on Hulu, including seasons one through four and season 15.
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The show’s plot centers around Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and Danielle Colby traveling around the US in search of rare artifacts and special treasures they can purchase from collectors and resell in their antique shops.
In addition to the people the cast meet on the road, some episodes feature celebrities or items that once belonged to them.
However, in March 2020, Frank left the show after 21 seasons.
As of January 2023, there are 24 seasons of American Pickers.
American Pickers' store Antique Archaeology is opened in two locations.
The flagship shop is located in LeClaire, , and has been open since 2000.
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