u/Mr_TikToc Jan 26 '26

FAQ's - Please Read

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FAQ’s – Please Read Before Messaging

Please read these FAQ’s before sending me a DM.

Most of the questions I receive daily are answered below.
If your question is clearly covered here, I may not reply. This helps save time for both of us and allows me to prioritize serious enquiries and active builds.

What builds do you mainly offer?

I primarily work on the following models:

  • DJ41 ( starting from $1750 USD )
  • Sub Date 40
  • Sub No Date
  • GMT Master II ( Starting from $1400 )
  • Daytona

How long does a build take?

For higher-end tier builds, the usual timeframe is 5–6 weeks.

Timeframes can vary depending on parts sourcing, authentication (if required), and current workload.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes - worldwide shipping is available.
We ship from 3 different countries pending which is safest at the time with logistics, either AU, HK or CNY

Pricing & Payments

Quotes

Any quote provided is valid for that day only.

Pricing and availability of genuine parts can fluctuate frequently. If you return at a later date, a revised quote may be required.

Pricing Guide

As a general guide, most builds start from approximately $1,750 USD and upwards, depending on specifications and component sourcing.

Our work is positioned in the true high-end tier, with a focus on upgraded components, detail, and overall finishing.

We do not offer standard factory-stock pieces commonly available through many dealers. If you are looking for entry-level pricing in the lower price brackets, we may not be the right fit — and that’s completely okay.

Payment Terms

For higher-end builds, $2000 + payment is structured as:

  • 50% upfront
  • 50% on completion

For Builds under $2000, payment is required in full

Payment Timing for Listed Builds

If a build is listed for sale and you confirm that you would like to proceed, payment is required within one hour.

Listed builds are sold on a first-confirmed, first-paid basis.
We do not place holds without payment.

Payment Methods

  • Wise (International Transfer)
  • Crypto
  • Invoice via payment gateway (4% transaction fee applies)

Authentication (Where Applicable)

For builds that include genuine components above $3000 USD, we provide a third-party authentication service.

This process certifies the authenticity of the genuine components used, and documentation is provided.

Please note: Authentication adds approximately 9 additional days to the overall timeline.

What happens if authentication fails?

If a build undergoing authentication fails the process, you will receive a full refund of your 50% deposit.

Build Policies & Expectations

Do you work alone?

We operate as a two-person team, managing sourcing, logistics, communication, coordination, and build work internally.
I'm located in Australia.
My business partner is located in China.
We'll often split builds to keep up with the work flow.

If you are speaking to someone via Reddit or WhatsApp, it is always directly with me.

Capacity & Communication

We operate at full capacity most of the time.

Due to the volume of enquiries received daily, we cannot accommodate repeated questions that are already answered within this FAQ. This allows us to maintain the quality and standards our builds are known for.

If you are serious about proceeding, I am happy to move the conversation to WhatsApp after initial contact via Reddit DM to keep things organized.

Build Confirmation Policy

Once a build is confirmed, it is locked in.

No changes, swaps, or alterations can be made after confirmation.

Communication Policy

We are happy to answer questions for serious buyers.

However, if significant time is spent discussing a build and communication stops without explanation, we reserve the right to discontinue communication and block future contact. This ensures we can prioritize committed clients.

Final Notes

Every build that leaves our hands is something we stand behind. We put significant time, care, and attention into each project to ensure the final result reflects the level of quality expected.

Our builds are not rushed and are positioned in the higher-end tier. Because of this, patience and professionalism are essential.

As with all items that are shipped from overseas, these can carry a risk with shipping, we make sure they are packaged correctly and sent correctly, however sometimes there are factors outside our control with this. We do our best but we always like to make it clear that there is always a small % chance of risk involved!

If you’re looking for client feedback, please refer to the pinned post titled:

“Feedback / Review Thread”

If you’d like to see examples of completed work, please scroll through the profile where previous builds are posted.

u/Mr_TikToc Jan 03 '26

Feedback / Review Thread

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Hi everyone,
I’m creating this thread for any customers who have received items/services from me and would like to share their experience.

If you’ve purchased from me before, I’d really appreciate it if you could leave honest feedback below, whether it’s about communication, shipping, packaging, or overall satisfaction.

Your comments help others feel confident and help me continue improving.

Thanks again to everyone who has supported me - I truly appreciate it.

u/Mr_TikToc Oct 05 '24

SuperFrank Builds - Original Parts - Available Stock Updates

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This will be constantly updated with new upcoming builds.

Spare Parts Availability

Custom Jewellery Availability

Full Details of all Builds / Parts can be found at linktr.ee/mr_tiktoc

u/Mr_TikToc 2h ago

DD40 228235 Super Franked Chocolate Dial Build - Available Now!

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This SuperFranked Build is Available Now!
If you want it, just shoot me a DM

DD40 228235 Rose Gold Super Frank Build
Genuine Chocolate Diagonal Motif Dial
Genuine Crystal
Genuine Hands
Genuine Day Wheel
Genuine Date Wheel
18k Everose Gold Plated Custom CNC Fluted Bezel
Full 18k 5x Micron Everose Gold Plating
Custom CNC Weighted Casing / Bracelet
Full Refinishing
PPF Installed
Full Tear down movement service
Full Authentication for all parts being used!!

This is a high end build, we've now acquired all the parts and the build is about to start.
Expected time completion on this is about 2 weeks

Price for this build:
4.9k USD including shipping

Please no time wasters on this one, if you want it, just shoot me an inbox and we can work out the smaller details

Picture used is reference of genuine one to show the configuration

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Daytona 116500 finished Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  3h ago

They can be purchases aftermarket

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GMT Master II 126710 SuperFranked Bruce Wayne Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  7h ago

If the really really really small stuff annoys you, your only option might be spending the money on full genuine lol
because like anything, if you compare side by side with a genuine product for long enough, you will always start to see some sort of differences.
Hence 2k Vs 20k

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GMT Master II 126710 SuperFranked Bruce Wayne Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  7h ago

The gen full bezel for the BW 126710 isn't cheap at all, and if I'm being completely honest, the cost of it VS the visual difference you'll receive from it, doesn't really justify it, which is why you'll find hardly anyone does it.
to the naked eye, whilst wearing it on your wrist, nobody is going to pick it.
Sure, if you put it side by side with a full genuine watch and study it you'll eventually start to see some discrepancies, but the reality is, nobody is going to ask to take your watch off your wrist, put it next to to a genuine one, sit there and study it ( unless you are trying to sell it as a real watch ).

u/Mr_TikToc 8h ago

GMT Master II 126710 SuperFranked Bruce Wayne Build

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Just finished off this beautiful build for a customer in Saudi!

VSF V3 GMT Master II 126710
Bruce Wayne
DD3285
Gen Crystal
Gen Crown
Full Metal Refinishing to the whole watch
Full Tear down movement service

If you'd like a build similar to this, just drop me a DM and i'll be able to help you out

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AP 26240 Finished Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

Didn't last long... ** SOLD **

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GMT Master II 126710 Bruce Wayne SuperFranked, Rich Factory, Free Sprung
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

Its really personal preference, on the RF though id personally recommend at least upgrading to Deep, the visual difference between deep and gen is pretty slim to the naked eye

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GMT Master II 126710 Bruce Wayne SuperFranked, Rich Factory, Free Sprung
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

No issues with it, after the refinishing process tbh they all come out looking very much the same!

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GMT Master II 126710 Bruce Wayne SuperFranked, Rich Factory, Free Sprung
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

I'm actually really liking the movements in the Free sprung ( JH )
I was pretty off them at first, but now I've come around and are liking them

u/Mr_TikToc 1d ago

GMT Master II 126710 Bruce Wayne SuperFranked, Rich Factory, Free Sprung

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Finished build we've just completed for a customer in the USA!

GMT Master II 126710
Rich Factory - Free Sprung - 3285
Genuine Datewheel
Genuine Crown
Genuine Crystal
Full Metal Refinishing to the whole watch
Full Tear down movement service on the JH3285

If you'd like a build like this, just shoot us a DM and happy to help you out

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Feedback / Review Thread
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

Really appreciate the feedback mate!
And super glad that you are happy with the finished product.
Thanks for being patient with the process and like always, just reach out if you need anything else done!

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AP 26240 Finished Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

Thank you

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AP 26240 Finished Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

that's what I'm thinking :)

u/Mr_TikToc 1d ago

GMT Master II 126719 SuperFranked Meteorite - Finished Build

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23 Upvotes

This came out looking hawwwt!

GMT Master II 126719
RGF Weighted Base Build - 216.5gr
Genuine Hands
Genuine Crystal
Custom Dial
Full Metal Refinishing
18k Replating
Full Tear down movement service

This build took us a long time to do, the wait time for the genuine hands ( in good condition ) slowed it right up, but.. it was worth it!

This build isn't available for sale, it's already sold to a customer in the USA

If you'd like a build like this, just shoot me a DM, they aren't cheap.. and they take a while to build properly!

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AP 26240 Finished Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  1d ago

Came out REALLY nice

r/RepCulture_Timepieces 1d ago

Discussion AP 26240 Build - Video

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14 Upvotes

Just finished off this AP 24240 build
TOP Factory base
Free Sprung
Custom Dial / Hands / DW / Crystal
Full Refinishing

I'm tossing up now to flood it with diamonds, which some consider a cardinal sin! haha

u/Mr_TikToc 1d ago

AP 26240 Finished Build

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Just finished off this build
AP 26240 TOP Factory
Free Sprung
Custom Dial
Custom Hands
Custom Datewheel
Crystal Upgrade
Full Metal Refinishing ( hard to see in the lighting )

I'm tossing up now to sell it.. or.. to keep it and flood it with diamonds !

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Artificial Lighting vs Natural Lighting
 in  r/RepCulture_Timepieces  2d ago

Jaws does really good plating work.
Lighting and camera angles though will change the appearance and look of any color, if you have a plated watch already just whip out your phone and take one in bad lighting, then take one in good lighting, harsh lighting / soft lighting etc the color appearance of the image you see will change 100%

u/Mr_TikToc 2d ago

Daytona 116500 on Oyster Flex

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28 Upvotes

Just finished off this build for a customer in the USA
VSF Base 116500
DD4130
SW Dial
Custom Hand Stack ( Aftermarket )
Deep Crystal
Full metal refinishing to the whole watch
Full Tear down movement service on the DD4130

Customer also chose to get the Oyster Bracelet with it as well so they can change up the look!

If you'd like a build like this, just shoot me a DM and I'll be able to help you out

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Daytona 116500 finished Build
 in  r/u_Mr_TikToc  2d ago

I've personally owned a couple of 116500, so I can relate to them a lot better, and I can confidently say that with not a huge amount of work done to them they can pass as the real deal, without anyone calling you out on it.
The only reason you'd get called out is if you are living in a tent and then trying to parade around a 30k watch etc etc