All so true.  I get my local NAPA to do this for me quite often.  They do not always get it spot on even with their scanner, it does need at least a credit card size sample to get a good reading.  Your other option is to use “Battleship Grey" Rustoleum, Tremclad or other brand similar rust paint in a rattle can.  I’ve done this often and as long as you paint all the grey parts, it’s fine, as now they all match.

> On Nov 8, 2014, at 12:00 AM, Automatic digest processor <LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> wrote:
> 
> I'm not sure who you are asking that question to, but here's one answer. A
> good auto paint shop can scan a part and give you a rattle can of matching
> color in any finish you want.
> 
> Also, I am having a stove front panel powder coated to match the original,
> and if I ever get it back from the powder coated I will let you know what
> brown he used. I think the grey color is easier to find.

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