Buy portafilter handles and replacement handles Switzerland

The original portafilter handle is often plastic or bakelite – functionally impeccable, but on a beautiful machine, often the weakest link visually. Switching to wood or a portafilter with a genuine leather handle noticeably changes the feel and appearance on the counter, and a slightly heavier handle can make tamping more pleasant. This collection bundles replacement handles and portafilters with special handles for various machines.

Wooden handles and wooden portafilters

In wood, there's the CCC black walnut portafilter handle and a walnut handle in La Marzocco style with an M12 thread – both as replacements for the standard handle. Complete as bottomless portafilters are the Flair 58mm E61 models in walnut and light wood; they fit E61 brew groups and offer a clear view of the extraction through the open bottom. Specifically for La Marzocco, there's the Normcore 58mm portafilter.

Portafilters with genuine leather handle (Victoria Arduino)

From Victoria Arduino come portafilters with handcrafted genuine leather handles in three variants: single spout, double spout, and bottomless. The bottomless provides a clear view of the extraction, making channeling visible; single and double cover the classic workflow.

Standard handles and Bezzera

As a simple, robust solution, there's the black PVC portafilter handle with an M12 thread. For Bezzera machines, we carry the portafilter with a 2-spout.

Note thread and fit

Before buying, one thing is most important: the thread size and the brand of your machine. The screw-on handles in this collection use an M12 thread, which is common on many E61 machines; other machines may vary. Complete portafilters are machine-specific. If you are unsure, briefly tell us which machine you have – we will help you find the right screw connection.

Which handle for what?

Concern	Suitable Part
Wooden look, replace standard handle	CCC Black Walnut handle or Walnut handle (M12)
Bottomless extraction on E61	Flair 58 mm E61 Portafilter (walnut or light wood)
La Marzocco	Normcore 58 mm Portafilter
Victoria Arduino	Portafilter with genuine leather handle (single, double, bottomless)
Bezzera	Bezzera Portafilter 2-spout
Simple and affordable	PVC Handle Black (M12)

What goes with it

For the matching tamper: Tamper collection. For other barista tools like WDT tools and puck screens: Barista Equipment and Tools. For La Marzocco parts: La Marzocco Accessories and Spare Parts. For Victoria Arduino machines: Victoria Arduino. For Flair: Flair Espresso. For beans from our own roastery: CCC Own Roasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What thread does my portafilter handle have?

The screw-on handles in this collection are M12, a size common on many E61 machines. Other machines may vary. If in doubt, tell us your machine, and we will check the appropriate thread with you.

Does a wooden handle fit every machine?

Only if the thread and fitting match. The individual wooden replacement handles have an M12 thread. Complete portafilters such as the Flair E61, the Normcore for La Marzocco, or the Victoria Arduino portafilters are machine-specific.

What's the benefit of a bottomless portafilter?

It provides a clear view of the extraction, so you can immediately spot channeling and uneven extraction. This helps with fine-tuning grind size and tamping – and simply looks beautiful during extraction.

Wooden handle or genuine leather handle?

That's a matter of taste. Walnut or black walnut wood looks warm and classic, while the genuine leather handle from Victoria Arduino is more distinctive. Both enhance the look and feel compared to the standard handle.

How do I change the handle?

For screw-on handles, you unscrew the old handle and screw on the new M12 handle. For complete portafilters, you replace the entire portafilter. If you are unsure, our team can help you.

Can I see the handles before buying?

Yes, in the showrooms in Bern and Zurich Oerlikon.