Well, it’s common knowledge that Western saddles are always heavier than English saddles. There are certain features in the Western saddle that are more likely to increase its overall weight. However, the weight of a saddle depends upon the riding discipline for which you may be using it.
Western saddles that are made from leather. It’s obvious to say that using leather as a material for Western saddles will be heavier than synthetic saddles. Moreover, these saddles are heavier but also durable.