Which Case Neck Turning Tool

[Whelen Man]

I've been looking at the case neck turning tools in anticipation of purchase.  I'm thoroughly confused as to which I want and wondered if there is an opinion among you folks as to which is the best and why?  I'm currently using a RCBS case length tool, but am in the process of converting to drill press use for this and chamfering and deburring.  Are the hand held tools the best for case necks, or can this also be converted to a drill press?  Any opinions welcome!

[gypsyman]

Whelen Man-I have used 2 different case neck turners. The first is a Forester,had it  mounted on the bench. I don't have a power adapter for it, but if I was still using it, that would be a must. I still have it, and it worked it pretty darn good. I switched to one of the new Hornady turners, as it's portable. I am on the road setting up at gun shows, so am in a motel room alot on the weekends. And this makes it nice to get some bench work done. I can turn a couple of hundred cases on a weekend, and get them ready to load the following week.  If your looking to just sit at a bench, go with the Forester, but get a power adapter. If you want to sit and pass the time watching the History channel, go with the Hornady. My 2cents worth.-gypsyman

[Whelen Man]

Thanks gypsyman.  I'll look at the Hornady a little closer.  I was told on another forum to get the hand held type because it produced better results.  That fits right in with my reloading as many times I sit in the recliner with reloading stuff arranged around me and prepare cases with a hand press and hand tools.  Done right it produces some surprisingly good loads.  It just takes time.   I'm converting some case prep to drill press, but wouldn't mind doing some such as neck turning in the comfort of the recliner.  Thanks again.