The Chiefship was in dispute between the Frasers of Philorth and another branch, which also came from Tweeddale, the Frasers of Muchalls. In the reign of Charles I.
There was a dispute over the leadership position within the Fraser clan between two branches: those from Philorth and another branch originating from Tweeddale. The Frasers of Muchalls were also involved in this conflict, during the reign of King Charles I.