Advice on buying a IWC Portofino Chrono IWPT00011 V2

[Werlynne]

I bought two watches from Josh before Ghristmas and I now have my eye on a IWC Portofino. The quality of the watches was good for the price of $148, I have a couple of general questions to ask before I buy another if anyone can advise.

 

The first two watches were $148 and I think the quality is reasonable, do the more expensive watches have a better quality of finish, the IWC is $338

 

I have been reading the forum about the Asia Valjoux 7750 movement, there are so many comments both good and bad varying over time, is this movement now reliable and is there anything I need to know about before usage?

 

Is the movement reasonable quiet when self winding on your wrist, the less expensive Asian 2813 winding noise is noticeable.

 

Should the watch be serviced before use?

 

I have read about not setting the date between 10PM and 3AM, does this still apply?

 

This is the link from Josh about the watch.

 

Please point out any concerns.

 

http://www.1-pc8838.com/iwpt00011-portofino-chronograph-ssle-white-a7750-28800bph-p-13154.html

 

Many thanks for any advice/help.

[Werlynne]

Just seen a review of the watch on the IWC forum, please accept my apologies, i just did not see the IWC section.