Yes he was made. However he claims he was made October 31 1975 but that doesnt add up considering that new members werent intiated until early 76 including his capo Andrew Russo. Ive read that it was actually Halloween of 78 he was was made. As for making his bones? I dont know. He makes it seem like he never was a killer, just a good earner which he was. However in recent interviews he has started to allude to being involved in violent acts