I personally do not like to kill big fish because it takes so long for them to reach trophy size, and if that fish becomes a state, natiaonal or world record then it is worth it. I just feel that the smaller fish are much better tasting fish to eat. And as you all have said many times, have a replica made. I don't have any problem if a family needs food for the table, but most of us don't need to eat a big fish that badly. However, I think in most cases most people who fish let the big fish go these days. Its a matter of education and the willingness to change attitudes that allows us to what is best in any given situation.