Sans Other Gury 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brocks' by Par Défaut (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, stenciled, authoritative, utilitarian, impactful, stencil effect, industrial labeling, display impact, graphic texture, blocky, compressed feel, angular, cutout, modular.
A heavy, block-built sans with a stencil construction: most strokes are interrupted by straight, rectangular cut-ins that create consistent internal gaps. The letterforms are largely rectangular with squared terminals and occasional softened corners, producing a modular, engineered silhouette. Curves are simplified into rounded blocks and chamfer-like transitions, and counters tend to be tight, emphasizing mass and a strong figure–ground effect. Spacing and rhythm read as compact and punchy, with distinctive mid-stroke breaks that keep large dark areas from becoming solid slabs.
Best suited to display applications where strong presence and quick identification matter—posters, headlines, product packaging, wayfinding, and branding marks. It also works well for thematic uses like industrial graphics, event promotion, and stylized UI labels, especially when set with generous tracking and ample size to keep the stencil breaks crisp.
The overall tone is industrial and assertive, evoking labeling, equipment markings, and no-nonsense signage. The repeated cutouts add a mechanical, manufactured character that feels rugged and functional rather than refined. Its presence is bold and commanding, with a slightly retro-military flavor driven by the stencil logic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through dense, geometric forms while using stencil cutouts to maintain differentiation and a manufactured look. Its construction prioritizes a consistent, repeatable system of breaks and sturdy shapes that communicate durability and utility.
The stencil gaps are applied systematically across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, giving a cohesive family texture. In longer text, the frequent breaks create a lively, segmented pattern that boosts recognizability at display sizes but can introduce visual noise when set too small or too tightly.