The Gillgetter 715 Sport 2005 vs Gillgetter 719 Fishmaster II 2007 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Gillgetter 719 Fishmaster II 2007 measures 19,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Gillgetter 715 Sport 2005 at 14,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Gillgetter 719 Fishmaster II 2007 tips the scales at 1 275 lbs — 1 267 lbs less than the Gillgetter 715 Sport 2005 at 8 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Gillgetter 719 Fishmaster II 2007 tops out at 60 hp. Engine specs for the Gillgetter 715 Sport 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Gillgetter 719 Fishmaster II 2007 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Gillgetter 715 Sport 2005 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Gillgetter 719 Fishmaster II 2007 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Gillgetter 719 Fishmaster II 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 19,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Gillgetter 715 Sport 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.