I heard about the same numbers re the total 50thAnn editions. When I ordered mine, I had the choice (and got manual). They said to me that one they have the production slot on the line, they could choose options an colour until it reached a certain point.... Dont knew what that is. I'm guessing that manuals would be special orders, as when I was looking none of the dealers had stock orders for a manual and I had to wait for it.....