As I'm getting to know my Norton 1k a bit better, I've started to notice some interesting little things about it. Most notably, when the hone has been freshly lapped (with a DMT325 that actually feels quite a bit smoother than I remembered but still does it's job), the Norton feels quite smooth when I hone, and it doesn't seem to cut as quickly as it should. Then, after I've set the bevels on two or three razors, the feedback and cut rate pick up noticeably and remain at the increased levels.

Is anyone else having similar experiences on a Norton 1k (or any other hones).

To address some questions that might come up:
I don't soak my Norton. Instead I spray it down for a few minutes until water will stand on the surface. I then let it sit, adding more water, for a few minutes.
I lap under running water.
Like I said, my DMT325 is smoother than when new, but still laps well.