Rollover from 401k to Gold IRA - how long did yours take?

• •Okay, so I’m seriously looking into initiating a direct rollover from my old 401k into a Gold IRA.
• •I’ve been sitting on a pretty substantial chunk of change in a traditional 401k from a previous gig – probably around $750k.
• •What I’m trying to get a handle on now is the realistic timeline for a direct rollover.

Okay, so I’m seriously looking into initiating a direct rollover from my old 401k into a Gold IRA. I’ve been sitting on a pretty substantial chunk of change in a traditional 401k from a previous gig – probably around $750k. Given the current market shenanigans, especially with tech stocks being a rollercoaster, I'm feeling increasingly uneasy having all my eggs in that one basket. Diversifying into physical gold feels like a no-brainer for hedging against inflation and general market instability, especially since I'm based here in Austin and see the crazy growth and potential for a bust.

I’ve done some initial research, talked to a couple of companies (leaning towards one that came highly recommended by a fellow entrepreneur here in town), and I'm pretty much ready to pull the trigger. What I’m trying to get a handle on now is the realistic timeline for a direct rollover. I’ve seen varying estimates online, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months. My primary concern is making sure the funds are moved efficiently and securely without any major hiccups or unexpected delays that could leave my money in limbo for too long.

For those of you who have gone through this process, especially with a 401k of a similar size, what was your actual experience like? How long did it take from the moment you initiated the request with your old 401k provider to when the precious metals were actually purchased and allocated in your new Gold IRA? Any hidden gotchas or bureaucratic headaches I should prepare for? I'm trying to figure out if I should mentally prepare for a sprint or a marathon here. Any insights would be super helpful!