Paint record

Brass

Vallejo

Metallic · #643B1D

MetallicVallejo Model Color

The digital color reference is a moderate, dark metallic gold leaning warm. Digital color suggestions within Vallejo are Bronze for a darker step and Copper for a lighter step. P3 Paints Molten Bronze is the nearest listed result in the same broad paint-type group at 81 percent; treat it as a color reference to test. Check paint type, sheen and coverage as well as the swatch before choosing a substitute.

Cross-brand results

Brass equivalents and near misses

The listed candidates for Vallejo Brass have lower same-type color scores or belong to a different paint-type group. Use the digital values to choose a test candidate.

Closest P3 Paints equivalent: P3 Paints Molten Bronze, similar digital colors (delta E 3.8).

Nearest in the Monument Pro Acryl catalog: Monument Pro Acryl Copper, a larger difference between the stored swatches (delta E 4.7).

Best Two Thin Coats option: Two Thin Coats Spartan Bronze, a broader digital color reference (delta E 5.9).

From Citadel: Citadel Screaming Bell, a larger difference between the stored swatches (delta E 7.2).

In the digital values, P3 Paints Molten Bronze is clearly warmer and more saturated. Coat thickness, undercoat and finish can change the physical comparison.

How to read the score

96–100Very close color

88–95Close color

78–87Similar color

0–77Loose color match

Scores compare approximate digital swatches. Test the paint before substituting.

Color intelligence

About this color

Color profile

Familymetallic gold
Lightnessdark
Saturationmoderate
Undertonewarm

Highlight and shade ladder

Pairs well with

Deep Sky Bluecomplement
Greentriad
Lavender Greyneutral anchor
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Match difficulty

Distinctive
Closest cross-brand match

Found in 1 other brand with a similar digital color in the same catalog paint-type group.

Possible uses for this color

trim, jewelry and gold armor
Common questions

Frequently asked

What is the closest equivalent to Vallejo Brass?

The leading match in the same broad paint-type group is P3 Paints Molten Bronze at 81% digital color similarity. Check sheen, medium and coverage before substituting.

What finish is Brass?

The catalog classifies Brass as metallic, with its digital swatch in the gold family. A flat digital color cannot represent metallic reflection or flake appearance. Check the actual product before substituting another metallic or a standard paint.

What do I highlight and shade Brass with?

The digital catalog suggests testing Copper for a lighter step and Bronze for a darker step, both from Vallejo. These are computed color suggestions, not tested layering recipes.

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