Battle Axe Brass vs Aged Metal

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Aged Metal is cooler than Battle Axe Brass.

Can I use Aged Metal instead of Battle Axe Brass?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Aged Metal is cooler than Battle Axe Brass.

Can I use Battle Axe Brass instead of Aged Metal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Battle Axe Brass is 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.