Sans Superellipse Tekol 1 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Fairweather' by Dharma Type, and 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, labels, signage, industrial, condensed, stamped, vintage, utilitarian, compact impact, display emphasis, retro texture, signage utility, blocky, squared, rounded, blunt, roughened.
A tightly packed, heavy sans with condensed proportions and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes are broadly even with minimal modulation, producing dense black shapes and strong vertical rhythm. Curves are simplified into soft corners and squarish bowls, while joins and terminals stay blunt and compact; subtle edge roughness adds a slightly worn, inked texture. Counters are relatively small, and several forms (notably O/C/G and numerals) read as squarish rounds, reinforcing the superelliptical geometry.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, labels, and bold signage where the condensed width helps fit more characters into limited space. It can also work for logotypes or title treatments when a sturdy, stamped texture is desired, while extended body text may feel dense due to the tight counters and heavy color.
The overall tone feels industrial and workmanlike, like lettering cut from stencils or printed with pressure. Its compressed heft gives it a punchy, no-nonsense presence that leans retro and slightly rugged rather than polished or corporate.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum impact in a compact width, using rounded-rectangle letterforms for consistency and quick recognition. The slightly distressed edges suggest an intention to evoke printed ephemera and utilitarian marking while maintaining a straightforward sans structure.
The design emphasizes verticality and tight apertures, creating a strong, poster-like color on the page. The slightly uneven edge character helps prevent the shapes from feeling overly sterile, giving headlines a tactile, printed feel.