I have the two Alpine 12th SS HJ's and I'm really struggling with the colour schemes. My painting skills aren't amazing, but it's more the colour/shade I'm struggling with. I'm looking at buying some vallejo paints (never used them before). I'm aware that there are sets available for certain eras/nationalities/units; are there any for the above? If not, what individual colours should I be looking for?

Thanks

Calvin Tan's book has the mixes you're looking for. I've the book at home, I'll note them down and post them tomorrow unless someone beats me to it.

As promised, and per Calvin Tan's book (HIGHLY recommended by the way):

M1929:

BC: Reflective Green + Ger. Field Grey WW2 + Ger. Camo Extra Dark Green (1:3:3)
Brown: Ger. Camo Black Brown + Flat Brown (1:1)
Sand Yellow: Ger. Camo Orange Ochre + Tan Yellow + Dark Sand (3:2:1)

Oak-Leaf (Spring):

BC: Ger. Camo Pale Brown + Flat Brown (3:1)
Med Green A: Reflective Green + Flat Brown (4:1)
Med Green B: Military Green
Dark Green: Military Green + Black (2:1)
Light Green: Sunny Skin Tone + SS Camo Bright Green + Military Green + English Uniform (2:5:1:2)

Cheers Rudi. Will look into picking up a copy