Thought some might find this handle repair helpful. This Optima's case was in bad shape, with the leather handle rotted away leaving the steel band inside.  I replaced it with a standard luggage handle wrap, with a strip of foam from a yoga pad to help fill it out. It's not a legit restoration but at least I can carry the Optima in the case again. Other repairs: I built up a smashed corner with some JB QuickWood, touch up with acrylic paints. The metal case lock and handle hardware were rusty and I cleaned them up with an abrasive buffing wheel in a Dremel. Hats off to Mr. Pete for inspiring me to pay attention to cases!