i remember someone looking some time ago for heavier/ sturdier reproduction doors handles.
While scavenging for other used VW OEM parts, I just noticed both of these retailers got some used originals back in stock... w/chrome in great shape.... and IMHO originals are much heavier and sturdier than the reproductions handles.
http://www.wagen-werks.com/doo...g-1956-to-1966-used/
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/cl...etail.php?id=2024336
Great experience finding good quality parts from both... though I have to admit I have purchased more from Wagen-Werks over the years.... (they have a great shop out in Victorville where I often travel to for work... we store airplanes there.) ... including the same OEM door handles I purchased for my VS and 356 a couple years back.... better pricing ;-)
Happy shopping!