Metallic Black vs Gunmetal

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Gunmetal is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Metallic Black.

✓ AMMO ATOM user guide chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Gunmetal instead of Metallic Black?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Gunmetal is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Metallic Black.

Can I use Metallic Black instead of Gunmetal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Metallic Black is noticeably darker, more muted.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.