Sans Other Abgot 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Timeout' by DearType, 'Ephemera Egyptian' by Ephemera Fonts, 'Gliker' by Studio Sun, 'FTY SKRADJHUWN' by The Fontry, and 'MaryTodd' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, titles, playful, retro, punchy, quirky, poster, attention, retro flavor, friendly tone, display impact, chunky, bouncy, rounded, soft-cornered, cartoonish.
A heavy, compact display sans with softly rounded corners and subtly flared stroke terminals that give each glyph a slightly pinched, wavy silhouette. Strokes stay largely uniform, while counters are tight and openings are small, creating a dense, inky texture. Proportions are condensed but not strictly rigid, with small width variations that add a hand-cut, irregular rhythm. The lowercase follows a simplified, sturdy construction with a single-storey “a,” tall ascenders, and a compact, sturdy “m,” while numerals are bold and blocky for clear presence.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as posters, event titles, packaging callouts, logos/wordmarks, and bold editorial headlines. It can also work for playful signage or children’s-oriented graphics where a friendly, chunky voice is desired.
The overall tone is upbeat and informal, with a mid-century/retro sign-painting feel filtered through a cartoon-like softness. Its bouncy shapes and slightly uneven rhythm read as friendly and attention-grabbing rather than technical or minimalist.
The design appears intended as a characterful display sans that prioritizes personality and immediate visual impact. The softened corners and flared terminals suggest a deliberate nod to vintage lettering and hand-made signage while keeping the construction simple and robust.
The font’s tight counters and strong black mass favor larger sizes, where the distinctive flared ends and quirky proportions remain clear. In longer text, the dense texture and narrow set can feel emphatic and headline-driven.