Sans Faceted Abdab 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bystone' by GraphTypika, 'Born Strong' by Rook Supply, and 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, posters, headlines, labels, packaging, sporty, industrial, assertive, retro, impact, ruggedness, signage, athletic feel, angular, beveled, octagonal, blocky, stencil-like.
A heavy, block-built sans with crisp, faceted construction that replaces curves with angled cuts and flat planes. Strokes are broadly uniform, with squared terminals and frequent chamfered corners that create an octagonal rhythm in bowls and counters (notably in O/0 and rounded lowercase forms). Proportions are compact and sturdy, with tight apertures and relatively small internal spaces that keep texture dense at text sizes. Uppercase forms read like signage caps, while the lowercase echoes the same geometry with simplified, sturdy joins and short extenders, maintaining a consistent, machined silhouette across the set.
Best suited to display typography such as sports branding, event posters, bold editorial headlines, labels, and packaging where strong silhouette and angular detailing are desired. It performs well in short bursts—titles, logos, and callouts—especially when set with generous tracking or ample size to keep interior spaces from feeling congested.
The overall tone is forceful and utilitarian, with a competitive, athletic energy reminiscent of jerseys, varsity graphics, and hard-edged branding. Its faceted cuts add a rugged, engineered feel that can read as retro-industrial or action-oriented depending on color and layout.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a tough, faceted geometry that evokes cut metal, athletic lettering, and hard-edged signage. Its consistent chamfering and uniform stroke weight suggest a focus on bold legibility and a distinctive, rugged texture in large-scale settings.
Numerals and round letters lean strongly into octagonal shaping, producing highly recognizable forms and strong consistency in mixed-case settings. The dense counters and sharp cornering favor display use, where the planar details and bold silhouette remain clear.