They're the flat handles. I haven't yet gotten up the courage to try re-paining them.That's interesting about Demetra. Are these the flat or rolled handles version you've noticed it on? Marco gave paint suggestions of Leather Max and Tarrago. He also said some customers have had success with Tandy Leather Eco-Flo Leather Dye. I read here about Vernis Edge Paint which is supposed to be good (used by Louis Vuitton and Hermes). So, we will see.![]()