Questions for the Jnat guys out there:

It seems that the generally accepted wisdom for someone starting on Jnats is to avoid the super hard stones and get something in the 4 or 4.5 hardness level. From what I understand, this is because a slightly softer stone will cut faster and provide more feedback, making it easier to hone on. Are there any other reasons?

Would this lower level of hardness allow me to achieve the laser-sharp edges I've experienced from other Jnat honers?

I've been honing a lot on a Dan's Surgical Black Arkansas stone lately. What's the difference in feedback and hardness between these and a level 5 or 5+ Jnat?

Thanks for your input!