M44 where did it come from

[TDH]

I picked up an M44 at a show recently with the following markings -----02-underneath the date 1953-----then what looks to be a cresent moon with crossed sabers (can't see it all that well) and the the serial numbedr which seems to match throughout the rifle except the bolt and trhe trap on the magazine well. The 02 seems to be liberally stamped through out. Any help in finding out where this particular rifle was manufactered would be appreciated.

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[Schwehn]

This rifle was made by Hungary. 02 is the Hungarian country code. It should be 02 marked on basically everything, even the cleaning rod. Good find.

[TDH]

Thank you.