Sans Superellipse Nary 5 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Enza Expanded' by Neo Type Foundry, 'Shtozer' by Pepper Type, and 'Marjoram' by Typotheticals (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, industrial, retro, techy, stamped, assertive, impact, compactness, industrial tone, geometric consistency, display readability, rounded corners, condensed, blocky, monolinear, tight spacing.
A condensed, heavy sans built from rounded-rectangle and superellipse-like forms, with softened corners and mostly uniform stroke weight. Counters are narrow and often rectangular, giving letters a carved, slot-like interior that stays consistent across the set. Terminals tend to be flat and squared-off rather than tapered, and curves are handled as broad, controlled bends instead of circular bowls. Overall rhythm is vertical and compact, with tight apertures and a strong, poster-ready silhouette.
Best suited for headlines, short phrases, and branding where a compact, high-impact presence is desired. It works particularly well for posters, packaging, labels, and signage that benefits from an industrial or tech-leaning tone. Use with generous size and spacing for maximum clarity in longer lines.
The style reads mechanical and utilitarian, with a distinctly retro-industrial flavor reminiscent of labeling, stenciled signage, and machine-era display typography. Its dense, upright stance feels confident and no-nonsense, while the rounded corners keep the tone approachable rather than aggressive. The result is a tech-forward, urban voice with a hint of vintage equipment and transport graphics.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, condensed display voice that feels engineered and contemporary while referencing vintage industrial lettering. Its consistent rounded-rect construction suggests a focus on repeatable geometry and strong reproduction in print and on-screen at larger sizes.
Several letters emphasize vertical stems and narrow internal spaces, which increases punch at large sizes but can reduce clarity in small text. The figures match the same rounded-rect geometry, producing a cohesive, engineered look suitable for numbering systems and headlines. The overall texture is dark and even, creating strong impact and a compact word shape.