Thanks for all the replies.
I didn't know Gerber had anything made in China. Crud!
.....When I owned my own businesses, I bought the small Gerber pocket knives in bulk. When ever someone admired it, I gave it to them.
I'm going to let him buy his choice, but now I can advise him on what to avoid.
I like the idea of finding an old good quality antique or pseudo-antique and recycling it.
Thank you.