One of the smaller frigates of the  American navy, Chesapeake saw action in 1813 with the Shannon 38.  This was a short, hard fought fight with the Chesapeake hitting the Shannon over 300 times and receiving 500 hits herself before surrendering.  Hull is cast in resin, has etched brass ratlines, assembly instructions and sail template.  Etched brass sails are available as an optional extra, see MTC06.  

President, along with her two sister ships United States and Constitution,  was active in the 1812 war.  All three were large 44 gun frigates, the President being the lightest and fastest of the three.  Kit is cast in white metal with etched brass ratlines, assembly instructions and sail template.  Etched brass sails are available as an optional extra, see MTC11.