Sky Blue (70.961)
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The closest cross-brand equivalent to Chronus Blue in the current local catalogue is Sky Blue (70.961) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 1.65).
Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.
Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.
Check Delta-E, finish, coverage, and how the substitute behaves with the same primer, wash, and highlight recipe.
Miniature painters most often compare Citadel (Games Workshop), Vallejo Model Color, and other established hobby ranges when they need a close substitute.
Usually yes, but only after a test swatch confirms the finish and layering behaviour stay close enough for the recipe.
The closest Chronus Blue equivalent is Sky Blue (70.961) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.6). For the Chronus Blue equivalent Vallejo, Sky Blue (70.961) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.6). The best Chronus Blue Army Painter equivalent is Ice Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 15.2).
This paint conversion chart helps you find the best Chronus Blue equivalent across Citadel, Vallejo and Army Painter.
The closest match provides the most accurate replacement, while other alternatives may show slight differences depending on finish and application.
Always test your paint equivalent on a miniature before applying it to a full army.