Just my 2 cents, the Major rod was probably be rated a 7 weight, more of a Bass fly rod. They called them Magna Power rods. I would guess 1961 or 1963, Either by Hi or Sila-Flex making the blanks (Sila-Flex was bought out by Browning). These earlier models where nicer than the later as they paid more attention to the fittings. There was also a Major Green rod in 8-9. This may have been mad "for" the Canadian market instead of in Canada. Can't comment on the Japanese rod, too many vague brands over there.
Nice that you have these rods from you grandpa, hang them in a place of honor.
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