The KYVU T26 is a handmade tortoiseshell pocket comb, hand-sawn from a solid sheet of premium cellulose acetate — a plant-based material derived from wood pulp, never injection-moulded. Each comb is shaped, sanded and hand-polished to a smooth finish with the warm, mottled look of genuine horn and tortoiseshell, but without the animal product. At just 10.9 cm and 11 g, it's a true pocket comb — small enough for a pocket, wallet, wash bag or travel kit.

Best for: fine, short or straight hair · parting and finishing · beard and moustache detailing · men · everyday carry, travel and on-the-go grooming · anyone replacing a flimsy plastic pocket comb. Want fine and coarse teeth in one comb? See the Tortoiseshell Dual-Tooth Pocket Comb (T27). Browse the full range in our Pocket Combs collection.

The fine, closely-spaced teeth give precise control for parting, smoothing and finishing fine or short hair, and work neatly through a beard and moustache for tidy detailing. Because the comb is hand-sawn rather than moulded, there are no mould lines, seams or sharp edges — just a smooth, gentle finish from the very first stroke.

Cellulose acetate has real advantages over ordinary plastic: it's warm to the touch rather than cold, it helps reduce static and frizz far more than a plastic comb, and its natural flexibility means it won't snap or crack the way brittle plastic does. Every tooth is hand-rounded so it glides without snagging or scratching the scalp. As a natural tortoiseshell material, every comb's pattern is subtly unique.

Suitable for men and women. Compatible with grooming products — pomade, wax, cream, oil, beard oil. Wipe clean with a soft, damp cloth; avoid prolonged soaking and direct heat. A small, durable everyday comb made to last for years rather than be replaced.

Specifications

• Material & Colour: Premium cellulose acetate — warm tortoiseshell finish
• Hair Type: Fine, short or straight hair; beard & moustache
• Size: Length 10.9 cm | Width 2.7 cm | Thickness 0.375 cm
• Teeth Type: Fine, closely-spaced
• Weight: 11 g
• Model Number: T26

Frequently asked questions

Is this comb made from real tortoiseshell or horn?
No. It's handmade from cellulose acetate — a plant-based material with the warm, mottled look of genuine horn and tortoiseshell, but cruelty-free and free of any animal product. Every comb's pattern is subtly unique.

What is a fine-tooth pocket comb good for?
The closely-spaced fine teeth give precise control for parting, smoothing and finishing fine, short or straight hair, and for tidy beard and moustache detailing — all in a comb small enough to carry anywhere.

Is cellulose acetate better than plastic?
Yes. It's hand-sawn from a solid sheet rather than moulded, so there are no seams or mould lines; it's warm to the touch, helps reduce static and frizz far more than plastic, and its natural flexibility means it won't snap like brittle plastic. It's also plant-based and biodegradable.

How small is the T26?
At 10.9 cm and just 11 g, it's a genuine pocket size — small enough for a pocket, wallet, wash bag or travel kit, and durable enough to carry every day.

Want fine and coarse teeth in one comb? See the Tortoiseshell Dual-Tooth Pocket Comb (T27). Browse the full range in our Pocket Combs collection.