#9C653C
Revell

Bronze

Email Color - Metallic

metallic
metallic
opaque
brown

Color Information

HEX

#9C653C

RGB

156, 101, 60

LAB

47.9, 17.9, 32.0

Closest catalog-color match

Dwarf Bronze by Citadel (ΔE 2.0)

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 2.0 gives a very small catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.

Bronze catalog data

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Bronze by Revell is cataloged as metallic, metallic, opaque, Email Color - Metallic in the brown color family.

Catalog color data: HEX #9C653C, RGB 156/101/60, and CIELAB 47.9/17.9/32.0. 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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ΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.

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ΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.

Technical Color Analysis

Bronze is a warm brown with medium value (L*: 47.9). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 36.7), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.

LightnessL* 47.9

Medium

Temperaturewarm

warm

SaturationC* 36.7

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.

Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.

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