Mechanicus Standard Grey vs Gray Violet (Luftwaffe)

How close are they?

ΔE 6.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Gray Violet (Luftwaffe) is a little lighter than Mechanicus Standard Grey.

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

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Gray Violet (Luftwaffe) is a little lighter than Mechanicus Standard Grey.

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

The same difference applies the other way round: Mechanicus Standard Grey is a little darker.

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.