If it has not been said already, read Joe's book he documents the model between the 1892 and the 1896. It is so clear the the gubmint lists 1892's upgraded to 1896 config and MAGAZINE rifles upgraded to 1896 config. He (Joe) provides copies of the gubmints lists detailing the upgrades. Specifically "Magazine" rifles being upgraded. Not 1892's but "Magazine Rifles". Same list showing the number of 1892's being upgraded and the number of "Magazine Rifles"being upgraded.