The Squier Telecaster is an electric guitar manufactured and sold by Squier, a marque of Fender. While it is essentially a rebranded Fender Telecaster, it does not qualify as a Telecaster copy, as the Telecasters are still considered to be of original make since Squier is owned by Fender, whereas manufacturers of Telecaster copies do so to capitalize on Fender's brand name but without any affiliation to the Fender company. 1950s-style Telecaster with natural finish, with metal bridge cover removed. ... Squier is a second-line brand of the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. ... It has been suggested that Fender Amplifier History be merged into this article or section. ... The Fender Telecaster, also known as a Tele, is a typically dual-pickup, solid-body electric guitar made by Fender. ...