Color Information
HEX
#B1A846
RGB
177, 168, 70
LAB
67.9, -9.2, 50.5
Product Code
GX203
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Pearl Solid Gold by Mission Models (ΔE 5.1)
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Metal Yellow catalog data
More from Mr. HobbyMetal Yellow by Mr. Hobby (product code GX203) is cataloged as metallic, metallic, opaque, Mr Metallic Color GX in the yellow color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #B1A846, RGB 177/168/70, and CIELAB 67.9/-9.2/50.5. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 14 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
Metal Yellow is a warm vibrant yellow with medium-light value (L*: 67.9). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 51.3), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Light
warm
Highly Saturated
Lighter midtone excellent for first highlights or as a lighter base coat option.
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
Light value suitable for first highlights or overall brightening
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a highlight in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
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