John Wayne was a big guy & he has some OUTSTANDING horses at his disposal. I have watched a number of his movies where he seems to have ridden the same horse. This chestnut with the ‘high white’ markings is especially nice. Would love to have that horse myself.
I would bet that horse is packing around 300 pounds with all that gear, saddle & Wayne.
I used to compete in Endurance events-—long distance on horse back. I rode Australian Stock Saddles.
With everything the horse was carrying—bridle, breast collar, saddle, pad, gear attached to saddle & me at 130#, I weighed in at 186-189 at every ride. Aussie saddle are very comfortable.
Duke
John Wayne with all his equipment is probably close to 300 lbs