Jonathan Mwai is the founder and editor of knifefocus.com. He is passionate about metallurgy and everything related to knife making. Jonathan lives in Nairobi, Kenya and has a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical and Production Engineering. He started this website in 2024 as a side project and an extensive online resource for knife enthusiasts. He expertly researches, tests, and analyzes all the knife steels recommended on this site, hopefully helping others select the optimal steel for their needs. Jonathan passion for understanding how steel composition affects blade performance began during a university metals course, where he became fascinated with metallurgy. He takes an analytical approach to testing knife steels, focusing on edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness.