Modern hybrids have sloping top tubes, multiple gears, and flat bars... unless I get a hold of them.
This bike has a relaxed geometry with a level top tube, porteur bars, chain case, fenders, and a one speed drive and fits the design parameters of a city bike.
Consider that a number of imported bicycles of very similar design sell for $800.00 and up and the fact this bike is hand built in the US and costs $600.00 and the price does not look too bad... and that price also appears to include shipping anywhere in the U.S.