Iridescent Pearl (Fine) vs Black (Metallic)

How close are they?

ΔE 5.3, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Black (Metallic) is a little lighter than Iridescent Pearl (Fine). They are different kinds of paint: Golden Iridescent Pearl (Fine) is a pearl paint and Vallejo Black (Metallic) is a metallic, so they won’t behave the same on the model even where the colour is close.

Can I use Black (Metallic) instead of Iridescent Pearl (Fine)?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Black (Metallic) is a little lighter than Iridescent Pearl (Fine). They are different kinds of paint.

Can I use Iridescent Pearl (Fine) instead of Black (Metallic)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Iridescent Pearl (Fine) 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.