Gerbers are generally very strong, durable knives.

Whether they cut as well as others is a matter of debate. It depends on the steel and the grind.

I find the low-end Gerber steel doesn't take the kind of edge I want. But maybe I'm fussy. I find this steel responds to a medium diamond much better than anything else. I also find that there's a very hard "skin" on these blades; over time, as you sharpen past that, it will take a much more satisfying edge.

Higher-end Gerber knives seem to sharpen just fine. I have a couple of folders that I like a lot.

Anyway, I don't see a reason why this knife wouldn't serve you well. Just be aware that there are some absolutely amazing blades out there, should the day come when you are looking to upgrade.