Yes Dave....it was made by the Apaches for Al. Note the crossed arrow medallion. That was to designate Apache Scouts of which Al was in charge. I like the way the beading was done on it. I may have to try it one of these days.
Tim....yes, it is a remarkable story. His ties to those famous people as well as the Apache Kid..... whose story is another unbelievable tale, as is the story of Tom Horn.
Hawg, yes that's a converted Whitney Totally awesome in it's own right. It's the only one I've ever seen.