Argyle Resources Completes Phase I Drill Program at the Frenchvale Graphite Property, Nova Scotia

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Argyle Resources Corp. (CSE: ARGL) (OTCQB: ARLYF) has completed Phase I diamond drilling at its Frenchvale Graphite Property in Nova Scotia. The program targeted an 800-metre trend of marble-hosted graphite, validating historic drill results and testing new targets identified by recent IP surveying. 425 metres of drilling across four holes intercepted crystalline flake graphite within light and dark grey siliceous marble.

Key observations include:

• Main Zone marble units show moderate to low conductivity and chargeability
• Bedrock outcroppings reveal a moderately shallow dip to the northwest
• The Main Zone metasedimentary package appears as a coherent block with minimal faulting

Samples will be analyzed for total graphitic carbon and flake characterization. The company emphasizes the importance of developing domestic graphite sources, given China's 2023 export ban on natural graphite.

Positive

• Completion of Phase I diamond drilling program at Frenchvale Graphite Property
• Interception of crystalline flake graphite in all four drill holes
• Alignment of drilling results with geophysical survey interpretations
• Potential for efficient targeting of mineralized intercepts through 3D modelling

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• None.

Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - October 15, 2024) - Argyle Resources Corp. (CSE: ARGL) (OTCQB: ARLYF) (FSE: ME0) ("Argyle" or the "Company") is pleased to announce completion of Phase I diamond drilling at its Frenchvale Graphite Property (the "Property") in Nova Scotia. The drilling targeted an 800-metre trend of marble-hosted graphite and was designed to validate drilled intercepts from select historic drill holes performed in 2008 and 2010, as well as drill-test priority flake graphite targets from recent IP surveying as detailed in our September 24, 2024 news release.

A total of 425 metres of drilling was completed across four holes, each intercepting crystalline flake graphite within large intercepts of light grey and dark grey siliceous marble. The dark grey marble is expected to contain higher concentrations of flake graphite. Other lithologies include schistose metasedimentary amphibolite, often interbedded with graphitic marble, and pegmatite, diorite, and mafic dikes. Schistose metasedimentary amphibolites were also noted to contain flake graphite, particularly at contact margins.

Drilling and geological interpretations of the recent geophysical survey will enable inaugural 3D modelling and efficient targeting of mineralized intercepts. Preliminary observations include:

• Main Zone Marble units exhibit moderate to low conductivity and chargeability contrasting with the highly-conductive and chargeable schistose metasedimentary rocks (Figures 1 and 2)

• Bedrock outcroppings and historic trenching within graphite-bearing Main Zone lithologies reveal a moderately shallow dip to the northwest, aligning with structures interpreted in conductivity plans

• The Main Zone metasedimentary package is comprised of a coherent block of strata with minimal faulted offset

Detailed geological interpretation and sampling are ongoing. Drill core samples are projected to be split and sent to Activation Laboratories Ltd. for analysis in one week. All samples will be analyzed for total graphitic carbon, and selected samples from all prospective lithologies will undergo additional analysis for flake characterization and size distribution.

The 2023 ban on the exportation of natural graphite from China underscores the importance of developing domestic sources of this critical mineral. Graphite is essential for the production of batteries and fuel cells, making it crucial for energy storage technologies in many jurisdictions, including the United States, Canada, and Nova Scotia. Argyle is focused on advancing its understanding of the Frenchvale Graphite Property's potential in an effort to meet this growing demand and contribute to supply chain stability and economic growth.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

'Jeffrey Stevens'
President & CEO

Qualified Person

Jesse Halle (P.Geo), a consultant to the Company and an independent Qualified Person in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed and accepted the technical material contained in this news release.

For a discussion of the Company's QA/QC and data verification processes and procedures, please see its technical report entitled, Frenchvale Graphite Property NI 43-101, dated December 11, 2023, which is available under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

About Argyle Resources Corp.

Argyle Resources Corp. is a junior mineral exploration company engaged in the business of acquiring, exploring, staking and evaluating natural resource properties in North America. The Company currently holds an option to acquire up to 100% of the Frenchvale Graphite Property located in Nova Scotia, Canada and owns 100% interest in the Pilgrim Islands, Matapedia and Lac Comporté quartzite silica projects in Quebec, Canada. Argyle is engaged in a research partnership with the National Institute of Scientific Research (INRS), a high-level research and training institute funded by the Québec government to conduct exploration programs on the Company's silica projects. The Company was incorporated in 2023 and its head office is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

For all other inquiries:

Email: info@argylresourcescorp.com
Phone: (825) 724-0033
Website: www.argyleresourcescorp.com

Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

What were the results of Argyle Resources' (ARLYF) Phase I drilling at Frenchvale Graphite Property?

Argyle Resources completed 425 metres of drilling across four holes, each intercepting crystalline flake graphite within light and dark grey siliceous marble. The drilling validated historic results and tested new targets identified by recent IP surveying.

How many metres were drilled in Argyle Resources' (ARLYF) Phase I program at Frenchvale?

Argyle Resources drilled a total of 425 metres across four holes during the Phase I drilling program at the Frenchvale Graphite Property.

What is the significance of China's 2023 graphite export ban for Argyle Resources (ARLYF)?

The 2023 ban on natural graphite exports from China underscores the importance of developing domestic graphite sources. This situation presents an opportunity for Argyle Resources to potentially contribute to supply chain stability and economic growth by advancing its Frenchvale Graphite Property.

When will Argyle Resources (ARLYF) receive the analysis results from the Frenchvale drilling program?

Drill core samples are projected to be split and sent to Activation Laboratories for analysis in one week from the date of the press release. The samples will be analyzed for total graphitic carbon, with selected samples undergoing additional analysis for flake characterization and size distribution.