Interesting that Lon Paul is creating the provenance of this rifle rather than Lott himself.
I also have a former Lott gun, but I also know without paperwork from Lott, it is largely considered hearsay as to it's history.
Looks like a lightly used or restored gun.
It is a great gun in terms of styling and execution, the wood is the only letdown for me. Not sure of the strength of birdseye maple for a heavy recoil rifle - maybe fine.