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Drill Results

Fathom Announces Extension of the Historic Gochager Lake Deposit Host Rock over a 3.5+ km Strike Length

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Oct 23, 2025 · 08:03 FNI · 0.03 Fathom Nickel Inc.
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Executive Summary

  • Fathom Nickel released an updated geology map showing a continuous 3.5 km strike of the historic Gochamer Lake “container rock” with disseminated Ni‑Cu‑Co sulphide mineralization.
  • The summer‑fall 2025 surface program collected 684 pXRF chip samples and 79 rock grab samples; assay results are pending (expected mid‑November).
  • Historical drill intercepts (e.g., 3.25 % Ni, 0.26 % Cu, 0.11 % Co over 0.64 m) and untested BHEM off‑hole conductivity anomalies highlight further exploration upside along the expanded strike length.

Key Details

  • Geology Map Update – Consistent mapping of variable‑textured gabbro and clotted gabbro footwall contact for a minimum of 3.5 km northeast of the historic deposit, extending toward Scurry Lake, Rainbow Lake, and Weaver Lake.
  • Surface Sampling – 684 outcrop chip samples analyzed on‑site with portable X‑ray fluorescence (pXRF); 79 rock grab samples submitted for multi‑element assay and whole‑rock geochemistry.
  • Assay Timeline – All July 2025 assays received; September–October prospecting assay results expected mid‑November 2025.
  • Historical Drill Highlights – GL23008: 3.25 % Ni, 0.26 % Cu, 0.11 % Co over 0.64 m (massive sulphide vein).
    GL24016: 1.43 % Ni, 0.38 % Cu, 0.11 % Co over 7.39 m (including 2.43 % Ni, 0.55 % Cu, 0.19 % Co over 2.94 m).
  • BHEM Anomalies – Multiple off‑hole electromagnetic conductors identified within the container rock; drillhole GL23011 intersected mineralized gabbro and confirmed three prominent BHEM anomalies yet to be tested.
  • Exploration Outlook – Company will integrate forthcoming assay data with the updated map to define high‑quality drill targets; further announcements pending completion of data evaluation.
  • Qualified Person – Ian Fraser, P.Geo., CEO & VP Exploration (NI 43‑101 QP) has verified all disclosed technical information.

Notable Quotes

“We are very pleased and excited about the results of our summer‑fall geochemistry program… The expanded container rock defined to date now is developing into a very linear feature that is consistent with the geological settings of many of the world’s premier magmatic nickel districts.” – Ian Fraser, CEO & VP Exploration

All forward‑looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties detailed in the release.

Read the original news release →

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