Smithsonian Channel to Air 'Hidden Armor, Found Treasures'
Antique Arms Specialist Hosts Original Series
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- "Hidden Armor, Found Treasures",
a new series dedicated to exploring the antique arms, armor, militaria and
other treasures, will be airing on Smithsonian Channel throughout December
and January. The announcement was made by David Royle, Executive Vice
President, Programming and Production for Smithsonian Networks.
The three, thirty minute shows feature Greg Martin as the main host,
with co-host Malou Nubla, a two-time Emmy Award winning television host.
Martin is a nationally-known antique weapons specialist and collector, TV
personality and author who heads the San Francisco auction house bearing
his name and is the leading auction house in the U.S. for antique arms and
armor.
"Hidden Armor, Found Treasures" originates in San Francisco, but
showcases various "finds" from across the country. There are four key
elements to "Hidden Armor, Found Treasures" appraisals, where guests bring
their potential treasures to be valued by the experts; home visits, so
viewers can see the items in context of a person's home; demonstrations
that delve into the mechanics of weapons and show how they work; and the
actual sales of some items at auction, so viewers can follow the process
and see what happens when these items actually come to market. The series
will focus on things like guns, swords and knives -- plus military
characters, history, treasure hunting and money thrown in for good measure.
Martin explained that the show features some of the amazing discoveries
that people have hidden away in their attics or basements. "Like searching
for Easter eggs, this show captures the thrill of the hunt," he said. "We
think a program that combines human interest, history, discovery and profit
is an authentic reality show that will intrigue many people -- and given
the subject matter, men in particular."
The series is produced by Michael Hoff Productions, Inc. (MHP), one of
America's leading producers of factual television. Founded in 1993 by
President and Executive Producer Michael Hoff, MHP is a pioneer of High
Definition television production and unique non-fiction series formats.
ABOUT SMITHSONIAN NETWORKS:
Smithsonian Networks (SN) is a joint venture between Showtime Networks
Inc. and the Smithsonian Institution. It was formed to create new channels
that will showcase scientific, cultural and historical programming largely
inspired by the assets of the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest
museum complex. The networks will feature original documentaries, short-
subject explorations and innovative and groundbreaking programs
highlighting America's historical, cultural and scientific heritage. Visit
them on the internet at
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