Revett Minerals Inc.

Revett Reports Record 2011 Production

Spokane Valley, Washington, January 23, 2012 ; Revett Minerals Inc. (NYSE AMEX:RVM/ TSX:RVM) ("Revett" or the "Company") is pleased to announce full year operating results for the Troy Mine, located in northwest Montana. Currency is reported in United States dollars unless otherwise indicated.

Troy Mine Operating Highlights

Revett is proud to have achieved its sixth consecutive year of increased productivity at its 100%
owned Troy Mine. Highlights from 2011 include the following: