Date of 1892 Model|Winchester Rifles|Forum|Winchester Collector

I purchased a Japanese 1892 Winchester in 45 Colt.  It was new in the box, unfired.  It has the etched engraving on the receiver and a rather nicely figured stock.  I understand these were manufactured between 1997 and 1999.  I have a 1998 Winchester catalog which shows the rifle but in a grade one which appears to not have the etched engraving.  Does anyone know the year the etched engraving was made available?  Just trying to learn more about the rifle.  I understand it’s not an old Winchester, but I like the looks of it right away.  The price was right.  Why not!