Sans Other Fume 13 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logos, packaging, western, circus, vintage, bold, playful, attention grabbing, thematic display, retro styling, flared, notched, angular, blocky, compressed counters.
A heavy, block-built display face with squared outlines, flared terminals, and frequent inward notches that carve the strokes into faceted silhouettes. The letterforms lean on straight verticals and flat horizontals, with small counters and narrow apertures that create a dense, poster-like texture. Curves are simplified into chunky arcs with sharp transitions, and the numerals and lowercase follow the same cut-out rhythm for a highly consistent, stamp-like look.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and signage where impact and period flavor matter more than extended readability. It can also work for logos and packaging that want a Western/circus or vintage display voice, particularly when set with generous tracking and ample size.
The overall tone is showy and theatrical, evoking Western posters, circus signage, and old-time wood type. Its chunky massing and quirky internal cut-ins add a playful toughness that reads as retro and attention-seeking rather than neutral.
This design appears intended as a high-impact display face that borrows from decorative sign lettering and wood-type traditions, using notches and flared ends to create a distinctive, themed texture. The goal is immediate recognition and character in short, bold statements.
The strong internal notching introduces a lively sparkle at large sizes but can close up in smaller settings, especially in letters with tighter bowls and counters. The silhouette-driven construction favors short words and headline use where the distinctive contours can be appreciated.