Paint record

Red Leather

Humbrol

Base · #9E4733

Opaque acrylicHumbrol Enamel

Matching it is straightforward: Revell Brown/Braun (RAL 8023) lands at 86 percent in the same finish, and 4 brands in all carry a close same-finish swap. Color-wise this is a moderate, mid-tone red leaning warm. For modelling, drop to Brick Red in the recesses and step up to Tan on the edges, both Humbrol paints. In practice you can substitute across brands here without anyone noticing at arm's length.

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Color profile

Familyred
Lightnessmid
Saturationmoderate
Undertonewarm

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Match difficulty

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Closest cross-brand match

Found in 4 other brands with a same-finish match.

Where painters use it

reds and crimson areas
Common questions

Frequently asked

What is the closest equivalent to Humbrol Red Leather?

The closest same-finish match is Revell Brown/Braun (RAL 8023) at 86% color similarity.

Is there a Citadel equivalent of Red Leather?

Yes. The closest Citadel option is Squig Orange at 79%, a same-finish match.

What color is Red Leather?

Red Leather is a mid-tone moderate red with a warm undertone (hex #9E4733).

What do I highlight and shade Red Leather with?

Highlight Red Leather toward Tan and shade it down into Brick Red, both Humbrol paints in the same finish family.

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