+1 on Benjammin's comments.

I'm partial to Lodge brand -- not the cheapest, far from the most expensive. Made in the USA (except for the enamel line). Check out the "Lodge Logic" pre-seasoned line.

Especially the "camp dutch ovens" which have great utility for preparedness.

Highly recommend buying a few quality pieces, knowing they'll last you for the rest of your life.

Love cast iron -- once I started cooking with it I tossed all the non-stick.

Take care of it and someone may still be cooking on it in the 22nd century.

For the cheapest, best cast iron I'd recommend checking out second-hand shops and garage sales and snagging "Griswold" or "Wagner" cast iron pieces.

They are highly sought for their quality. Griswold (later purchased by Wagner) is particularly sought. Lodge is over 100 years old. You can find some great old pieces at great prices.

Much more satisfying and reliable than cheap China stuff.