#C96549
Mr. Hobby

Copper

Mr Metal Color

metallic
metallic
opaque
red

Color Information

HEX

#C96549

RGB

201, 101, 73

LAB

54.2, 37.4, 34.0

Product Code

215

Closest catalog-color match

Tropic Orange by Apple Barrel (ΔE 0.6)

Compatibility unverified: chemistry: source not recorded or recognized; application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: candidate not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized; opacity: candidate not recorded or recognized. ΔE 0.6 gives nearly equal catalog color values. Check product specifications before substituting.

Copper catalog data

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Copper by Mr. Hobby (product code 215) is cataloged as metallic, metallic, opaque, Mr Metal Color in the red color family.

Catalog color data: HEX #C96549, RGB 201/101/73, and CIELAB 54.2/37.4/34.0. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.

PaintAtlas lists 18 related catalog colors for this paint. ΔE measures the distance between the listed digital color values only; it does not describe opacity, finish behavior, or how the paint covers a surface. Cross-class matches, such as metallic against conventional paint, are shown as digital color only and are never presented as verified substitutes.

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Technical Color Analysis

Copper is a warm vibrant red with medium value (L*: 54.2). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 50.5), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.

LightnessL* 54.2

Medium

Temperaturewarm

warm

SaturationC* 50.5

Highly Saturated

Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.

Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.

Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.

Recommended Undercoats

Gloss Black

Dark glossy primer maximizes metallic shine and depth

Dark Brown or Grey

Alternative that provides depth while being more forgiving

Layering & Paint Order Guide

Base Paint
80% confidence

Medium value with good saturation - ideal starting point for layering

Suggested Layer Progression

Shadow
Base
Layer
Highlight

This paint works best as a base in your layering sequence.

Layering Tips

  • Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
  • Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
  • Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers