The KYVU T23 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. Slim and light at 12.3 cm and 9 g, it slips easily into a pocket, wallet, wash bag or travel kit.

Best for: fine, short or straight hair · precise parting and finishing · a slim comb that's easy to carry · beard and moustache detailing · men · everyday carry, travel and on-the-go grooming · anyone replacing a flimsy plastic pocket comb. Prefer a shorter, more compact fine comb? See the Tortoiseshell Fine-Tooth Pocket Comb (T26). Want fine and coarse teeth in one comb? See the Tortoiseshell Dual-Tooth Pocket Comb (T27).

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. Its slim 2.1 cm width makes it especially easy to slide into a pocket or bag, while the 12.3 cm length still gives full, comfortable styling strokes. 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 slim, 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 12.3 cm | Width 2.1 cm | Thickness 0.375 cm
• Teeth Type: Fine, closely-spaced
• Weight: 9 g
• Model Number: T23

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 slim 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. The slim profile makes it especially easy to carry in a pocket or bag.

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 does the T23 compare to the T26?
Both are fine-tooth tortoiseshell pocket combs. The T23 is longer and slimmer (12.3 cm) for full styling strokes in an easy-to-carry shape; the T26 is shorter and more compact (10.9 cm).

Prefer a shorter, more compact fine comb? See the Tortoiseshell Fine-Tooth Pocket Comb (T26). Want fine and coarse teeth in one comb? See the Tortoiseshell Dual-Tooth Pocket Comb (T27).