I tricked out my Jumbo Joe with Brian's (aka 'zavod') incredible work: a wood handle with metal inlays to accept the metal lid bale that comes on the Jumbo/Platinum Joe, Smokey Joe Gold, and the European style Smokey Joe. Not only is it gorgeous, but it's a *huge* design improvement over the wood handles (mine were in good shape, and I was careful to coat and cure 3 coats of marine spar varnish on them, but they still kinda 'stick' to the metal).
Before and after; behold the wonder; thanks be to Brian:
...and yes, I'm now planning to get a new lid bale just to keep up with the new handle.
...and yes, I'm thinking about getting these inlaid handles, even for my regular grills.