Traitor Red vs NATO Black

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. NATO Black is a little darker, more muted than Traitor Red.

Can I use NATO Black instead of Traitor Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). NATO Black is a little darker, more muted than Traitor Red.

Can I use Traitor Red instead of NATO Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Traitor Red is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.