Thanks for the advice everyone. My next gun purchase will definately be something that chambers the 7.62x39mm round. I had never intended to use bulk or surpluss ammo in the woods, but I did plan to use it at the range due to its low cost. I reason that if I can obtain inexpensive ammo, I can afford to go to the range more, which is something I enjoy. If bulk ammo dangerouse or detrimental to the firearm, however, I'll definately forget that idea. Does anyone know if wolf ammo is generally safe?