Carnelian Skin vs Sword Hilt Burgundy

How close are they?

ΔE 8.5, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Sword Hilt Burgundy is more saturated, cooler than Carnelian Skin.

Can I use Sword Hilt Burgundy instead of Carnelian Skin?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Sword Hilt Burgundy is more saturated, cooler than Carnelian Skin.

Can I use Carnelian Skin instead of Sword Hilt Burgundy?

The same difference applies the other way round: Carnelian Skin is more muted, warmer.

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.