Hercules Metals Intersects 273 m of 0.60% Copper, within 379 m of 0.50% Copper, Including 35 m of 1.01% Copper and 6.2 g/t Silver at the Leviathan Porphyry System

Core Insights - Hercules Metals Corp. reported significant drilling results from its 2025 campaign at the Leviathan porphyry copper discovery, indicating long intervals of continuous copper mineralization and notable silver presence [1][2][3] Drilling Results - Drill hole HER-25-05 intersected 273 meters of 0.60% copper, 77 ppm molybdenum, and 1.8 g/t silver, within a broader interval of 379 meters averaging 0.50% copper [3][4] - Drill hole HER-25-03 intersected 256 meters of 0.44% copper, 85 ppm molybdenum, and 0.9 g/t silver within 452 meters averaging 0.37% copper [3][4] - The mineralization begins at a true depth of just 110 meters below the surface in HER-25-05, indicating a shallower depth of significant mineralization [4][5] Exploration Model - A new 3D exploration model is driving positive results, allowing for systematic drilling and identification of high-grade mineralization [4][5] - The company is employing a fence-based drilling strategy to delineate the highest-grade mineralization across 200-meter spaced drill fences [8][5] Silver Potential - Recent increases in silver prices have renewed interest in the potential for the Leviathan project to be viewed as a larger-scale open-pit target, combining deeper porphyry mineralization with widespread low-grade silver in the cover rock [4][8][13] - Historical drilling data indicated extensive silver mineralization within the Hercules Rhyolite unit, which is now considered cover rock above the Leviathan porphyry [13][15] Future Catalysts - Assay results are pending for an additional seven completed drill holes, with ongoing drilling and sample shipments [4][5] - The company plans to evaluate the prospect of initiating a maiden mineral resource estimate by the end of the 2025 campaign after completing six drill fences [8][5] Company Overview - Hercules Metals Corp. is focused on developing the Leviathan porphyry copper system in Idaho, which is considered one of the most significant new discoveries in the region [26][27] - The company is well-positioned for growth, supported by strategic investments and a proven track record in precious metals projects [27][28]