Raj Bisram was left stunned over the hidden gem (Image: BBC)
certainly lived up to its name this week, as a team of contestants unearthed a “hidden gem” that left antiques expert Raj Bisram stunned.
The red team, comprising Nathalie and Karl, made a staggering profit on their item, having been tasked with finding a lucrative fashion accessory.
Meanwhile, their opponents, Adam and Jemma on the blue team, were challenged to find a profitable item with a Chinese theme. Both teams impressed by finding two items within 20 minutes, leaving them 40 minutes to make their final purchase.
Raj, 68, was amazed by their efficiency, commenting: “This is probably one of the easiest teams I’ve ever had. Twenty mins down, two items. It’s a walk in the park what else can I say.”
Nathalie and Karl initially bought a Swedish vase for £15 but seemed to be holding out for something more valuable, as evidenced by their next purchase – a 1970s vintage Omega gentleman’s watch for £130. They also picked up a Clarice Cliff mustard pot for £20, despite it being lidless.
In contrast, Adam and Jemma’s main purchase was a military periscope costing £80. When Tim laid eyes on the Omega watch, he exclaimed it was the “height of fashion”, as Nathalie and Karl doubled their investment, earning £260 from their original £130 outlay, reports .
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Nathalie and Karl on the Red Team (Image: BBC)
Eric enthused: “You doubled your money. Bought for £130, sold for £260. Good stuff, eh? ” Following their successful sales, Raj unveiled their Bonus Buy a collection of bowls that added an extra £16 to Nathalie and Karl’s takings, resulting in a remarkable £165 profit by the end of the programme.
Bargain Hunt aficionados were especially delighted with the airing of a fresh episode on the , after previously venting on social media about how repeats were dominating the timetable.
Enthusiasts eager for a recently filmed “new Bargain Hunt” earlier this year were met with disappointment when greeted with a rehashed instalment showcasing presenter Charlie Ross as he recounted some top furniture finds.
Disgruntled viewers turned to social media to convey their dismay, lamenting, with one penning: “Not bothering with this rubbish today.”
Another stated emphatically: “#BargainHunt ‘specials’ can get in the sea.”
A comment from another viewer read: “Me: Oh, a new Bargain Hunt. Yay! Also Me when I realised it was a ‘special’.”
A disappointed fan remarked: “@BBCBargainHunt there is nothing ‘special’ about these. Please stop it #BargainHunt.”
Meanwhile, one viewer dismissed it saying: “New bargain hunt? Rubbish it’s a mishmash of old episodes. Think I’ll go food shopping early. Enjoy.”
Desperation shone through another plea: “STOP THESE ‘SPECIALS! ” And yet another responded: “Poor. Who wants to watch repeats thrown together. Booo.”