I have yet to try the Barnaul HP 7.62X39 but have found that using Wolf the HP ammo is more accurate than the FMJ....and why I have no idea. From numerous sources I have read that Barnaul is more accurate than either Wolf or Bear ammo so I would like to give Barnaul a chance to see how it fairs in my SAM7 compared to Wolf. It is CERTAINLY better ammo than Tula or Red Army Standard as IMHO both those brands are CRAP. Good price K-Var is offering in these times for this ammo. Thanks K-Var!