Introduction The AR platform has a reputation for being soft-shooting, and it earns it. Chambered in 5.56 NATO or .223 Remington, a standard AR-15 produces modest recoil compared to most centerfire rifles. But "mild" doesn't mean "optimal," and people reduce recoil for very different reasons. Done right, it makes you faster, more accurate, and more comfortable. For some shooters, it decides whether they can shoot the rifle at all. Recoil control combines hardware upgrades and technique, and you …