I must admit that when I first saw pics of the taco handle, I was not impressed.
However, when I look at my Ivory MT, the colour easily takes over and I don't care anymore about how the handle looks.
I much prefer the taco on, then removed. YMMV
And, IMO, the fireplace handle replacement looks like a welded handle that's been ripped off … then bolted back on. No thanks.
As far as usability …. I have had no issues. I made sure that it was not over-tightened.