Gunsmith Gray CW-65 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #868475, LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Olive from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #868475 · CW-65
Gunsmith Gray
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gunsmith Gray Technical Profile
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Gunsmith Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gunsmith Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGunsmith Gray
Nearly identical
ValsparSmoky Olive
Smoky Olive
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mountain Road
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gunsmoke
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Niagara Valley
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tortuga
PPG
Nearly identical
Ottertail
Behr
Nearly identical
Garden Bench
Vista Paint
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Greystoke
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gunsmith Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gunsmith Gray
#868475
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CAC82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gunsmith Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gunsmith Gray Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Gunsmith Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gunsmith Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gunsmith Gray have?
Gunsmith Gray by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gunsmith Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gunsmith Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gunsmith Gray are Smoky Olive by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mountain Road by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Gunsmoke by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gunsmith Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Gunsmith Gray?
Gunsmith Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Gunsmith Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.