In wolf packs, the Beta wolf is the second in command and the heir apparent to the Alpha spot in the pack. The Beta Class of knives at Schrade is no different. This more subtle, yet confident line of knives and tools carry upgraded handles and blade materials (such as D2) designed to outclass it's competitors. The Beta class consists of knives and tools made in high-quality factories in countries such as Taiwan, Japan, Germany and of course, the United States of America.