What Recoil Is

• Rearward force as gases push bullet forward
• Bore above hands creates muzzle rise
• Cycling slide adds movement to control

The Recoil Chain

• Ignition fires, bullet accelerates downrange
• Slide cycles, muzzle lifts upward
• Sights return to confirm the shot

Control Points

• Set web high under the backstrap
• Clamp support hand for lateral control
• Lock wrists, lean slightly forward

Where It Fails

• Low grip increases muzzle rise
• Loose support hand causes side inconsistency
• Soft wrists slow the sight return

Recovery Window

• Track lift, settle, then confirm
• Expect roughly half a second
• Aim for the same return point

Field Notes

• Keep grip firm, never frantic
• Track the front sight continuously
• Build consistency before adding speed