Brady (US:BRC) Newsfileยท2024-06-18 10:00Core Viewpoint - Blackrock Silver Corp. is initiating a fully-funded 20,000-metre drill program at its Tonopah West project, aiming to enhance its mineral resource estimates and expand its silver and gold inventory [1][2][3]. Drilling Program Details - The drill program will commence in July 2024, utilizing two core drills from Alloy Drilling, LLC and one reverse circulation drill from Legacy Drilling, LLC [2]. - The program has two main objectives: converting approximately one million tonnes of high-grade silver and gold from inferred to measured and indicated resource categories, and connecting the DPB zone to the NW target area [4][5]. Resource Conversion Focus - The resource conversion will target high grades within the Bermuda and Merten vein systems, with drilling planned on 25-metre centers over an area of 270 metres East-West and 550 metres North-South [4]. - A total of 12,000 metres of combined reverse circulation and core drilling is planned for this portion of the program [4]. Resource Expansion Efforts - The expansion drilling will focus on a 1-kilometre vein corridor between the DPB and NW Step-out deposits, with a total of 8,000 metres of drilling planned [5]. - Eleven holes are planned for this resource expansion, including nine new pre-collars and two existing pre-collars [5]. Metallurgical Test Work - The company has engaged Kappes, Cassidy & Associates to conduct additional metallurgical test work, with results expected in August 2024 [6]. - This test work aims to refine estimated metallurgical recoveries and assist in recommending processing parameters and capital expenditures [6]. Company Background - Blackrock Silver Corp. is focused on precious metal exploration, with a proven track record and a portfolio that includes significant silver and gold resources [9]. - The company controls a 100% interest in its Nevada properties, which are known for low-sulphidation, epithermal gold and silver mineralization [9].