Sans Contrasted Puro 6 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, industrial, authoritative, retro, poster-ready, mechanical, maximum impact, industrial flavor, retro display, distinctive texture, headline clarity, wedge terminals, sharp joins, ink-trap feel, compact counters, angular cuts.
A very heavy, high-contrast display face built from compact, upright forms with crisp, angular cut-ins and wedge-like terminals. Strokes alternate between thick vertical masses and noticeably thinner horizontals/diagonals, creating a chiseled rhythm and strong internal tension. Many joins and apertures feature sharp notches that read like ink-traps or stenciled cutouts, while bowls and counters stay tight and rectangular-leaning. Proportions are slightly variable across glyphs, with some letters feeling wider and others more condensed, reinforcing a bold, headline-oriented texture.
This font performs best in posters, headlines, and branding marks where maximum impact and a gritty, engineered texture are desired. It also fits packaging and signage that benefits from a bold, vintage-industrial voice, and works well for short labels, titles, and emphasis text rather than extended reading.
The overall tone is assertive and industrial, with a retro poster sensibility. Its hard edges and notched details give it a mechanical, stamped feel that reads as confident, rugged, and attention-seeking rather than delicate or neutral.
The design intent appears to be a highly legible, high-impact display sans with carved, angular detailing that adds personality without resorting to ornament. The notch-like terminals and compact counters suggest a deliberate aim for a tough, mechanical character suitable for bold editorial and promotional typography.
At text sizes the dense weight and tight counters produce a dark color and strong silhouette, while the angular cut-ins add distinctive character but can become busy in long passages. Numerals and capitals appear especially suited to short, impactful settings where the sharp internal shaping can be appreciated.