I have never used a OF LA88 on a sailfish but if I could I would, I've used a LA77 on a few fish, I have a LA88 and a SA8 and am kind of in love with the new 5" OF Nautilus, when I am lucky enough to get one it will be "Heaven on a Stick" or like paradise mate. The perfect DH reel.
Fact is I like OF's for a few basic reasons, one they are good gear, have great drags, come in useful sizes and have the spool interchange facility. The guarantee is great, the service wonderful and they hold wads of backing and they do work.
One of my dreams is a billfish off a rock and if I ever get that far it will be with an OF reel. That you can bet your boots on.
Presently I'm using a Steelfin XFR on my Talon 15" DH rod and Loop Blackline 12'4" 9# and that is because my LA77 and LA88 are out on loan, my SA8 is empty of backing and the Steelfin is the last cog in the chain.
Thats an OF LA88 with no holes. Max