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Drill Results

Nine Mile Metals Intersects 44 Meters of Copper Mineralization and Provides Drill Program Update

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Feb 10, 2026 · 08:01 NINE · 0.2 Nine Mile Metals Ltd.
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Executive Summary

  • Nine Mile Metals completed its 2025 drill program at the Wedge VMS project, drilling 7 holes (1,654 m) and intersecting massive Cu‑Pb‑Zn‑Ag‑Au mineralization in all five copper‑targeted holes.
  • Drill hole WD‑25‑05 intersected a high‑grade VMS zone from 155.5 m to 157.8 m and an additional 40 m of mineralized felsic volcanics, with core now submitted for base‑metal and precious‑metal assay (57 samples).
  • The company announced plans for an expanded 2026 drilling campaign (West Wedge and Tribag Target Trend) and BHEM surveys, with first assay results expected within the week.

Key Details

  • Drill Hole WD‑25‑05 – Collared on same pad as WD‑25‑01; azimuth 310°, dip –60°. Final depth 275 m.
  • Intersected massive VMS mineralization (Cu, Pb, Zn, Ag, Au) from 155.52 m to 157.80 m.
  • Followed by 40 m of mineralized felsic volcanics (rhyolite) from 157.80 m to 197.80 m.
  • Core logged, photographed, cut; quick XRF confirmed sulphide presence.

  • 57 samples shipped to ALS Global for Base & Precious Metals analysis (including Antimony).

  • Drill Holes BHEM‑01 & BHEM‑02 – Collared on permitted pads in the northwest extension; solid core with minimal faulting, ideal for Borehole Electromagnetic (BHEM) surveying. Pads ready for further westward drilling or deeper extensions.

  • 2025 Drill Program Overview

  • Total: 7 holes, 1,654 m drilled.
  • 5 copper‑targeted holes intersected massive VMS and banded copper sulphide mineralization; widths between 13 m and 48 m.
  • Mineralized siliceous volcanics encountered in multiple holes, adding a new mineralized sequence.
  • Confirmed Graphitic Shear Zone as diagnostic marker horizon.

  • Noted western extension shows higher chalcopyrite/pyrite relative to galena/sphalerite.

  • Key Observations

  • Graphitic shear zone in contact with VMS confirmed as a diagnostic marker.
  • Mineralized siliceous volcanics intersected, defining additional mineralized sequence.
  • Multiple VMS horizons identified (e.g., holes WD‑25‑01 & WD‑25‑02).

  • Substantial widths of Argillite, VMS, and felsic volcanic units will aid 3D modeling and future targeting.

  • Management Comments

  • VP Exploration Gary Lohman highlighted success of the drill program and upcoming BHEM survey to improve deposit modeling.

  • CEO Patrick J. Cruickshank called the results “more than we expected,” announced Phase 3 drilling plans, and noted first assay results are due within the week.

  • Future Plans

  • New permitting underway for 2026 campaign targeting West Wedge and Tribag Trend.
  • BHEM surveys to continue supporting depth mapping and interference mitigation.

Notable Quotes

“We are thrilled with the success of our Wedge Phase 2 Drill Program… To have all 5 holes strike mineralization was more than we expected.” – Patrick J. Cruickshank, CEO & Director

“Our Wedge Drill Program has been very successful, intersecting Massive Cu bearing VMS where targeted… New permitting is underway in preparation of an exciting 2026 campaign at the Wedge.” – Gary Lohman, VP Exploration & Director

Read the original news release →

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