Great report.
But, I don’t like the fact that you couldn’t release this fish. You tell of the fight the fish put up and how much you enjoyed it. But yet, seem only to happy to understand and acknowledge that all that came from the fight was a kill. By tagging a juvenile Black Marlin (not killing it) we will be able to study them and have more chances of fighting these fish in the future. I understand why you think you needed the trophy, but there is more to gain than a fish on a wall, it’s a healthier fishery that with any luck our future generations will be able to enjoy. Why not appreciate the Marlins plight and let them 'fight' another day.