I have searched high and low for some White Ensign 5-N Navy Blue and 20-B Deck Blue. Every time I look for these colors it appears they are sold out everywhere. What gives, are the colors out of production or something? Can anyone suggest some equivalents for these? I prefer Model Master Enamels but at this point I just want to get some paint on this ship.

I think they have had supply problems for a while, can't remember the exact details. You can email them and John will tell you whats happening.
Lifecolour are bringing out a paint set of USN WW2 colours. Not sure when that will be out but it is acrylics (which I prefer anyway!).

thanks
Mike