They see themselves as latter-day Hemingways, wrestling and besting a sailfish. Unlike food fish, sailfish and their billfish brethren are always released. Sometimes they're tagged before being put back in the water. Photos make great souvenirs. Or you can take the photo and some measurements to a local taxidermist and have a replica made to impress the folks back home.
Truth is slightly different.
Yes, males predominate and most enjoy a brewski or three. But women fish, too. So do kids and retirees. Charter prices are quoted per boat, not per person. Charters generally take a maximum of six people.