True Brass vs Electrum

How close are they?

ΔE 9.1, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Electrum is a little darker, cooler than True Brass.

Can I use Electrum instead of True Brass?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Electrum is a little darker, cooler than True Brass.

Can I use True Brass instead of Electrum?

The same difference applies the other way round: True Brass is a little lighter, warmer.

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.