Brass Scorpion vs Tarnished Brass

How close are they?

ΔE 9.3, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Tarnished Brass is more saturated than Brass Scorpion.

Can I use Tarnished Brass instead of Brass Scorpion?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Tarnished Brass is more saturated than Brass Scorpion.

Can I use Brass Scorpion instead of Tarnished Brass?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brass Scorpion is 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.