Our Story
Our mission
We eat, sleep, and breathe vintage watches! As experts in the field, we are here to provide an experience that is as easy and straightforward as possible, using what we have learned from our very own experiences.
Oliver & Clarke was founded on the principles of bringing interesting, rare, and exceptional quality timepieces to the market at a reasonable market price, while striving to provide the most transparent buying experience within the vintage industry.
meet the team
founder
Linden
Linden founded Oliver & Clarke when he was just 15 – driven by a love of mechanical watches and desire to change the way that people bought them. During a trip to London with his father Linden skipped the typical tourist sites and spent days scouring the Burlington Arcade where he would discover his passion for vintage timepieces. This trip proved to be a defining moment for Linden and the inspiration for his future career. Linden founded Oliver and Clarke to offer transparency and regulated prices in the inflated world of vintage timepieces. Through years of research and experience, Linden was able to create an exceptional evolving collection of watches. “You live with them, get to know them for a period, and then sell them,” Lazarus says. Oliver and Clarke is founded on the philosophy of offering only the most exquisite and rare examples of vintage watches selected by Linden and the O&C team for their extraordinary condition and uniqueness.
creative
chris
Chris comes to Oliver & Clarke with 30-years expertise in photography and visual arts. This includes experience with ad work, editorials, sports and music photography. He has worked in numerous major cities all over the country, and now calls Los Angeles home. His inspiration is pulled from films, music and his kids.
TimePiece Specialist
Raymond
Raymond is a traveler, outdoorsman, lover of music, vintage automobiles, food, wine, and an avid skier. A watch collector for over a decade and a consummate industry professional for over half that time, he is a true connoisseur of his many areas of interest. He believes in craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and quality over rampant production and consumption.
Originally from Upstate New York, Raymond has unshakable roots in the mountains and outdoors. He has lived in cities, on islands, and in various mountain ranges all over the United States.
With a background in high-end management, hospitality, as well as a huge amount of watch industry experience while most recently working as the Vintage Specialist and Head of Sales at Watches of Switzerland’s Analog:Shift, he offers yet another unique perspective on the team.
Oliver and Clarke - Press and Reviews
Forbes Argentina Oliver and Clarke Press and Review
Cómo su pasión por los relojes llevó a este adolescente a crear un negocio de US$ 15 millones Linden Lazarus fundó su empresa de relojes antiguos cuando apenas tenía 15 años. Hoy, a los 20 años...
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Linden Lazarus of Oliver and Clarke Becomes Youngest Academy Member of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève Linden Lazarus, CEO & Founder of vintage watch retailer, Oliver and Clarke, becomes ...
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Forbes Australia Oliver and Clarke Press and Review
How this teen’s watch passion became a $15 million business Founded from a high school dorm room by a 15-year-old, this vintage watch business has grown to be worth US$15 million, and is now lookin...
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Forbes España Oliver and Clarke Press and Review
Cómo la pasión por los relojes de un adolescente se convirtió en un negocio de 15 millones de dólares: Oliver & Clarke “Ese verano tenía 15 años. Comprando a 400 dólares y vendiendo a 1.200 dól...
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Are Mid-Tier Luxury Watch Brands on the Rise in the Pre-Owned Market? Hypebeast asks experts from companies including Oliver & Clarke for their takes.
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Hypebeast.com Oliver and Clarke Rolex & Pre-Owned Luxury Watch Market Interview
A Prospective Look at the Pre-Owned Luxury Watch Market in the Post-Pandemic Age We asked CEOs and founders including Linden Lazarus from Oliver & Clarke to comment on general market trends, ...
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A new kind of retail experience
Visit our showroom
In a world of digital commerce, there is nothing that tops seeing a vintage timepiece in person. By combining traditional luxury retail with the beauty of a Los Angeles mid-century penthouse, we offer a new way to build your collection.
The Oliver & Clarke Guarantee
Through rigorous vetting of each watch offered, we’re able to guarantee authenticity of our pieces. Ultimately, your satisfaction is our mission, as is and getting you YOUR perfect watch. If you have any questions at all, we will get back to you ASAP!
