Ironclad Grey vs Blue Black

How close are they?

ΔE 9.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Blue Black is a little darker, more saturated than Ironclad Grey.

Can I use Blue Black instead of Ironclad Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Blue Black is a little darker, more saturated than Ironclad Grey.

Can I use Ironclad Grey instead of Blue Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ironclad Grey is a little lighter, 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.