1301a — Battle Axe
Grays family#7D7F7D
Weeks Dye Works 1301a (Battle Axe) is a medium, subdued gray shade with hex code #7D7F7D and RGB values 125, 127, 125. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1301a
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 1301a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1301a
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 1301a (Battle Axe) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Weeks Dye Works 1301a (Battle Axe) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 1296 (Dolphin) (ΔE 0.67) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 1301a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1301a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Weeks Dye Works1301a in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1301a
Known as Battle Axe, Weeks Dye Works 1301a is a medium, subdued shade sitting in the grays family. This thread brings a restrained and earthy presence to projects featuring neutral backgrounds or castle walls. Look for it in charts that feature elephant motifs or cobblestone paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1301a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1301a is Battle Axe — a medium gray thread (hex #7D7F7D, RGB 125, 127, 125). It shows up most in slate textures and rabbit fur.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1301a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1301a (Battle Axe) is DMC 169 (Pewter light) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 647 (Beaver Grey medium, 75%) and DMC 03 (Medium Tin, 67%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1301a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1301a are 1296 Dolphin (ΔE 0.67), 1154 Graphite (ΔE 8.02), and 1251 Hosta (ΔE 9.41). These are useful substitutes when 1301a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1301a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1301a (Battle Axe) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring slate textures, rabbit fur, shading, outlines. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1301a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1301a (Battle Axe) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 1301a shifts subtly skein to skein — that gentle variegation is the appeal. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot and stitch in a random order to blend any variation.