Whenever we open a box, the first thing we see are those ugly molded on tie-downs and grab handles.
Landon provides a simple and nice way to correct these in a more convincing way

Tie-downs, grab handles and brackets - The staple methode

That's a good one Ronnie!!! I'll go for it mostly for tie downs, because ufortunately all the Italian AFVs grab handles have a round section ...
Thanks for sharing

(++) Hey Roadkill...Thanks for the info...I've been using the "Staple Method" for years..but out of necessity. I find the grab handles and tie downs are extremely fragile and I always end up breaking. Now I've got some good guidelines to follow. Thanks again...Bodeen

Personally prefer lead wire. Bit softer and rounded like most handles. I shape it by wrapping it around either a brass rod or square brass tube that is the same width as the handle I need. Press it against a hard flat surface to get the angles a bit sharper and cut it where needed for length.