Necron Compound vs Aged Pewter

How close are they?

ΔE 13.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Aged Pewter is noticeably darker, more saturated than Necron Compound.

Can I use Aged Pewter instead of Necron Compound?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Aged Pewter is noticeably darker, more saturated than Necron Compound.

Can I use Necron Compound instead of Aged Pewter?

The same difference applies the other way round: Necron Compound is noticeably lighter, 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.