that is the official weight. ippi's was closed. Rod at R&R American has a certified scale and weighed it. I have copy of the affidavit. went on line and saw the sportfishing award affidavit. gotta print it, fill it out and have him sign it.Congrats. If that is the official weight, it puts you in the lead for the MA State gold pin rainbow trout (currently at 6lb, 2oz).