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Cutthroat Red Green Stuff World basic paint equivalents (#CC0000)
Cutthroat Red is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Cutthroat Red equivalent is Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Cutthroat Red is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.3).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Cutthroat Red is Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Fiery VermilionArmy Painter
ΔE 1.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Evil Sunz ScarletCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 3.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
BLOOD REDAK Interactive
ΔE 3.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
EmberveilArmy Painter
ΔE 4.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Scarlet Red (72.012)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Cutthroat Red?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Cutthroat Red in the current local catalogue is Fiery Vermilion from Army Painter (Delta-E 1.62).
- Closest overall: Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter, Delta-E 1.62)
- Closest Vallejo: Scarlet Red (72.012) (Delta-E 4.35)
- Closest Army Painter: Fiery Vermilion (Delta-E 1.62)
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:
- Coverage: reliable — check how many coats are needed for full opacity
- Thinning: controlled thinning — verify the right ratio for your technique
- Recommended primer: the primer already used in your recipe — keep the same surface preparation
- Test swatch: always test the substitute on a spare part first
- Recipe check: compare with the full wash and highlight sequence
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Frequently asked questions
Cutthroat Red is a paint from Green Stuff World. 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 Scarlet Red (72.012) (Delta E 4.35).
Yes, Cutthroat Red is currently part of the Green Stuff World 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.
Cutthroat Red is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Cutthroat Red equivalent is Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Cutthroat Red is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.3).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Cutthroat Red is Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.6).
Cutthroat Red is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Cutthroat Red equivalent is Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.6. For Vallejo, the closest match to Cutthroat Red is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 4.3. For Army Painter, the closest match to Cutthroat Red is Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.6.
Cutthroat Red Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 4.3.
Cutthroat Red Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.6.
Cutthroat Red equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Cutthroat Red requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.6
- Closest Vallejo option : Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 4.3
- Closest Army Painter option : Fiery Vermilion (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.6
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.
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