Sturmey-Archer.. Ive got a UK made pair in use for 25 years.. always work
never need service. screw on 7 speed freewheel on mine..

the new Brand owners, on Taiwan added a lot of models,
including a cassette/drum combo.
and improved the IG hub versions .. added a improved Dynohub in the front.

Your Chicago LBS distributors, likely carry many, QBP carries a few.
Import POE, is Oakland Cal, these days as Sturmey USA is in my old home town
Napa.

the benefit is they modulate very smoothly in any weather, no grabby feel ,
a benefit on Icy roads..