Sans Normal Kolog 10 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Isotonic' by Emtype Foundry, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, and 'Bajazzo' and 'Bajazzo Rounded' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, punchy, impact, motion, modernity, emphasis, brand voice, forward-leaning, compact, rounded, heavy, clean.
This typeface is a heavy, forward-leaning sans with compact proportions and smooth, rounded curves. Strokes are thick and even with minimal modulation, producing sturdy letterforms and a consistent rhythm across lines. Counters are relatively tight (notably in O, P, R, a, e), and terminals are clean and blunt, keeping the silhouette crisp. The overall set reads as a cohesive, energetic system with slightly compressed shapes and strong diagonals in letters like A, K, V, W, and Y.
It performs best in short, high-visibility settings such as headlines, poster typography, branding marks, and promotional graphics where a sense of speed and strength is desirable. The dense weight and compact shapes make it especially effective for punchy statements and logo-like wordmarks, while longer text is better reserved for larger sizes where counters remain open.
The slanted stance and dense, solid forms give the font a fast, assertive tone. It feels contemporary and sporty, with an emphasis on impact and motion rather than delicacy or formality.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, energetic sans voice with strong impact, using a consistent heavy stroke and a pronounced forward slant to suggest motion and confidence.
Uppercase forms present strong, simplified geometry, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, workmanlike construction that stays legible at display sizes. Numerals are similarly weighty and stable, matching the letters’ compact, high-impact presence.