Golden Armour vs Forged Red

How close are they?

ΔE 23.7, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Forged Red is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Golden Armour.

Can I use Forged Red instead of Golden Armour?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 24). Forged Red is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Golden Armour.

Can I use Golden Armour instead of Forged Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Golden Armour 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.