i'm looking into buy a telescope and wondering what brands you'all guys like to use or recommend. I'm looking at something under 1k and powerful enough to see things clearly.

thanks

Welcome to Sciforums!

I'm also looking for a new telescope. Check out the scope-thread (http://www.sciforums.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=22156)

With a $1,000 budget, go for an 8" telescope... and use the rest of the dough on a set of eyepieces and accessories.