[Elecraft] Interpreting Color Codes

[K6TFZ at aol.com]

After having built a K2, KX1 and numerous other homebrew gear, I have  noted
by my own observations and comments of others some confusion as to  exactly
what colors are being observed on small parts, usually resistors and RF  
chokes.
 
Having been in the printing business for some years, I can say that  color
perception is often skewed by the light used for viewing. Incandescent  
lighting
seems to be the least accurate for determining the correct colors,  
particularly
yellows, oranges, and browns. Many times I have used sunlight (if  available)
or sought out a fluorescent lamp (cool white with at least 5200K  temperature)
to properly interpret colors. When in doubt, I use a meter to confirm  the 
value.
 
Geoff, K6TFZ