Stencil Imby 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Qamari Sans' by NamelaType; 'Mato Sans' by Picador; 'Agent Sans', 'Akagi', 'Akagi Pro', and 'Anago' by Positype; 'Modal Stencil' by Schriftlabor; and 'Rehn' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, apparel, industrial, military, sporty, assertive, retro, stencil utility, high impact, motion, rugged branding, graphic texture, slanted, chunky, angular, cutout, high-impact.
A heavy, right-leaning stencil display with chunky, low-contrast strokes and crisp, geometric cuts that create clear bridges throughout the alphabet. Counters are often interrupted by vertical or diagonal splits, giving round letters like O and Q a segmented, engineered feel. The forms mix squared shoulders with occasional soft curves, and terminals are generally blunt, emphasizing mass and stability. Spacing and rhythm read as punchy and compact in words, with energetic diagonals and a slightly condensed feel in some shapes due to the slant and thick strokes.
Well-suited for posters, headlines, and branding where a rugged stencil flavor and strong silhouette are desirable. It can work effectively on packaging, apparel graphics, and signage-style layouts, especially when set large or with generous tracking to keep the internal breaks legible.
The overall tone is tough and utilitarian, with an industrial, field-marking character that suggests equipment labels, squadron graphics, and bold wayfinding. The slant adds motion and urgency, pushing the voice toward sporty and action-oriented rather than purely static or bureaucratic.
The design appears intended to deliver an unmistakable stencil identity with an added sense of speed from the slant, balancing utilitarian construction with display-level impact. It prioritizes bold presence and graphic texture over quiet readability, aiming for immediate recognition in short phrases and titles.
The stencil breaks are consistent and prominent enough to become a defining graphic motif, especially in rounded letters and numerals. In longer text, the internal cutouts create a strong stripe-like texture, so it reads best when used at larger sizes where the bridges stay clear and intentional.