A few years ago Squire made a Thinline (Beautifully finished Clear Red) with a maple neck and All Gold Hardware. It's is labeled a "Pro-Tone" whatever that means.
I bought it and I love it!
I had an original Fender Thinline Tele. In Natural ash Finish way back in the early 70's, but the neck was like a chubby baseball bat! I think the Squire plays and sounds much better. Stays in tune perfectly and Looks like a million bucks!