For those who have an MEC nearby, or like ordering from them, they have the FireKnife for $33 ... I actually helped my step-son select that knife for his outdoor adventures earlier this year (maybe last year?).

Regarding the Gerber BG knives, I don't think I've heard a bad thing about them from anyone who has tested & used them. There's a bit of hate out there, but by all reports they are solid and effective tools. Last year I got my son the Scout folder and it is a great little knife. Actually, they've expanded the BG survival line for 2013 and there seem to be some good picks among the new stuff too.