Eshin Grey vs Gray Violet (Luftwaffe)

How close are they?

ΔE 7.1, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Gray Violet (Luftwaffe) is more saturated than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Gray Violet (Luftwaffe) instead of Eshin Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Gray Violet (Luftwaffe) is more saturated than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Eshin Grey instead of Gray Violet (Luftwaffe)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Eshin Grey 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.