Paint equivalent guide

Pure Blue Equivalent

Pure Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Pure Blue equivalent is Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.0).
For the Pure Blue equivalent Vallejo, Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.0).
The best Pure Blue Army Painter equivalent is Gothic Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.0).

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Top 5 closest equivalents

These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Oxford Blue (70.807)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
Gothic BlueArmy Painter
ΔE 2.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
3
Ultramarine BlueArmy Painter
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
SC-36 Ocean BlueScale75
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
5
Storm BlueCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 3.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Pure Blue?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Pure Blue in the current local catalogue is Oxford Blue (70.807) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 1.97).

Method

Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.

Limits

Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.

What to check before replacing this base

Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this base paint:

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Frequently asked questions

Pure Blue is a paint from AK Interactive. Its specific pigment load, drying behaviour, and finish set it apart from other paints in the same category, which is why a direct substitute needs to match more than just the colour value.

The closest Vallejo option is Oxford Blue (70.807) (Delta E 1.97).

Yes, Pure Blue is currently part of the AK Interactive range. Check local stock or equivalent alternatives if the pot is hard to source.

Check Delta-E, finish type, coverage, opacity, and behaviour over your chosen primer. Run a full test with one shade and one highlight pass before applying the substitute to an entire unit.

Pure Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Pure Blue equivalent is Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.0).
For the Pure Blue equivalent Vallejo, Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.0).
The best Pure Blue Army Painter equivalent is Gothic Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.0).

Pure Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest Pure Blue equivalent is Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.0. For a Pure Blue equivalent Vallejo match, Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.0 is the closest pick. The best Pure Blue Army Painter equivalent is Gothic Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.0.

Pure Blue Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.0.

Pure Blue Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Gothic Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.0.

Pure Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, Pure Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.0
  • Closest Vallejo option : Oxford Blue (70.807) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.0
  • Closest Army Painter option : Gothic Blue (Army Painter) – ΔE 2.0

A paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, shade, and highlight sequence as the original recipe.

Looking at the surrounding palette matters because a near match can still push the finished model warmer, colder, or flatter than expected.

That combination of colour distance, finish, and recipe context is what makes a paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.