Yardley, if you store them in a drawer in a flat knife tray you won't notice the handles as much.
I do suggest that you check out Rada knives. I have bought several the last couple of years and find them all to be great, both on price and function. I don't know if you would find them by you. They actually seem to be available in touristy type locations.
If you can't find a
location near to you here, you do have the option of ordering online. FWIW, I'm a female with size 7 1/2 hands with some arthritis. Even though the handles are made of metal, they all feel good in my hand.
Happy shopping and chopping!