Thank you, sir.  I will keep an eye out for a higher number.  My 34034 must be in the middle of all those 7000.  I have heard 5000 bandied around too.  It had a rifle barrel and full stock but bored out to take .30-06 rounds when I bought it.  It was in full military attire.

Somewhat academic.  I may have read it incorrectly some where on KCA  when I read that all of the 1896 were supposed to be carbines.  Perhaps it was a too much Christmas candy induced halucination.

best regards.