What a coincidence...
My 1st serious swiss watch is also a Maurice Lacroix...
It the Pontos Rectaungulaire Chrono...
Beautiful watch.
Liked it for it's design.
That time I was clueless on movements and stuff... I just bought what I liked. No regrets.

Regarding watches being cheaper in HK, I wouldn't bet on it...
Since the Chinese consumers are gobbling up luxury items even with minimal discounts.
I would guess they would not give two hoots about us...
With that said, I am visiting HK at Dec and hoping more to see the range that they have (should be full range available) rather than making an actual purchase, but if... just if... the discounts is acceptable... never say never... hehehe