Good pictures!
First thing: To me the forks of yours look as if they are pushed back.
Second: Don't worry about that!! It is still a very interesting machine.

I'm still waiting for information from those who know more than I do!
While we wait have you got any other interesting machines?

The 1890s Russian catalogue/adverts will be very interesting!!
Don't give up, we will find everything in time.
Trust me
Swifts are rare here, but there are people who know.
Time will tell.
The real, knowledgeable enthusiasts will tell us eventually most of what we don't know now.