Shin Gunto Gold vs Tarnished Brass

How close are they?

ΔE 12.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tarnished Brass is noticeably darker than Shin Gunto Gold.

Can I use Tarnished Brass instead of Shin Gunto Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Tarnished Brass is noticeably darker than Shin Gunto Gold.

Can I use Shin Gunto Gold instead of Tarnished Brass?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shin Gunto Gold is noticeably lighter.

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.