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SC-04 Anthracite Grey Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#505050)
SC-04 Anthracite Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-04 Anthracite Grey equivalent is Eshin Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.9).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for SC-04 Anthracite Grey.
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-04 Anthracite Grey is Obsidian Skin (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.4).
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FRENCH BLUEAK Interactive
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ΔE 3.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
DARK GREYAK Interactive
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-04 Anthracite Grey?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-04 Anthracite Grey in the current local catalogue is Eshin Grey from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 2.9).
- Closest overall: Eshin Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 2.9)
- Closest Vallejo: Basalt Grey (70.869) (Delta-E 4.82)
- Closest Army Painter: Obsidian Skin (Delta-E 3.44)
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
SC-04 Anthracite Grey is a paint from Scale75. 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, SC-04 Anthracite Grey is currently part of the Scale75 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.
SC-04 Anthracite Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-04 Anthracite Grey equivalent is Eshin Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.9).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for SC-04 Anthracite Grey.
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-04 Anthracite Grey is Obsidian Skin (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.4).
SC-04 Anthracite Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-04 Anthracite Grey equivalent is Eshin Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 2.9. No close Vallejo equivalent found for SC-04 Anthracite Grey. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-04 Anthracite Grey is Obsidian Skin (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.4.
SC-04 Anthracite Grey Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for SC-04 Anthracite Grey.
SC-04 Anthracite Grey Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Obsidian Skin (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.4.
SC-04 Anthracite Grey equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-04 Anthracite Grey requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Eshin Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 2.9
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : Obsidian Skin (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.4
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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