G&G GR16 Full Metal RIS or Standard Handguard?

[malik]

I am thinking about upgrading to a PEQ Box/RIS Rail set-up. Would this be easier or harder to change the battery? Would I need to change my battery type? I currently have the kind with 2 rows of batteries wrapped in tape... I seriously can't remember what those are called... Box batteries? W/e, anyway. What are the pros/cons have RIS Handguards or normal handguards? Thanks to all those who answer.

[Snowman]

You have a mini/small battery, I think.

RIS pros:
-Customizable with accessories
-Looks cooler

RIS cons:
-Weight
-Depending on brand, unless you have rail covers, them things can cut

Handguard pros:
-Lightweight
-Can easily hold small-type battery

Handguard cons:
-Looks poopish
-Depending on brand, wobbly or cheap-feeling
-Not very customizable, you can only put a rail on top and/or bottom

[malik]

Thanks, I'll consider it. Pity about battery... Just as added info, it uses the smaller connectors and fits in the handguards. May all be obvious info but still...

[league 4]

Or you could wire to the back and use an even bigger battery, or at least one in the buffer tube.

[Snowman]

Also, if you're intending to go with a PEQ2, those will fit small types and custom type batteries, depending on brand once again. If you're intending to go with either a PEQ15 or PEQ16, those will only fit custom LiPo batteries, although I do believe that TM's PEQ16 has an extender to hold small type bats.