Gun Metal vs Leadbelcher

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Leadbelcher is noticeably lighter than Gun Metal.

✓ Army Painter Fanatic conversion chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Leadbelcher instead of Gun Metal?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Leadbelcher is noticeably lighter than Gun Metal.

Can I use Gun Metal instead of Leadbelcher?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gun Metal is noticeably darker.

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.