I could not agree with your assessments more. I have though for a long time now studying the maps and information provided to date that the continuity of the ROF is there. Anyone with claims along should and has found something. Of particular interest IMO I think the significance of the AT12, Thunderbird area as it contiues NE is going to yield continued value. The EM's as the ring continues along from Freewest back into NOT are so strong, coupled with contiuation theory I believe 'this' area is the area of interest for both companies. I firmly believe it necessay for NOT to prove up the nickel at E1. However, I believe with the ring yielding nickel, chromite and vanadium(Thunderbird), pgm's in the NE direction that it's a chess game and the consolidation matter is pre-emptive before focus shifts to this rich quardrant.

All in my own opinion of course,

Regards Jay