Since the O/S less the float leaves the restricted and the TA willingly gives us the figures for the O/S and float I don't think there's any big secret. I mean, no offense, but the TA isn't required to do our DD for us, especially when it only involves a simple subtraction.
Frankly, I wouldn't worry about restricted stock vs. the float unless you're daytrading or swing trading the stock. Eventually all the restricted shares will enter the float so if you're thinking long-term (i.e. more than a year) then the O/S is all that should concern you.
Be that as it may, I've personally decided that this stock is only worthy of a day trade or swing trade until (or if) they come out with verifiable info regarding financing, revenue, production, etc.
But that's jmho.
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