Sharpnel Red vs Cavalry Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Cavalry Brown is a little lighter, cooler than Sharpnel Red.

Can I use Cavalry Brown instead of Sharpnel Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Cavalry Brown is a little lighter, cooler than Sharpnel Red.

Can I use Sharpnel Red instead of Cavalry Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sharpnel Red is a little darker, warmer.

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.