Sans Faceted Afbe 3 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, 'Brinova' by Digitype Studio, 'PF Eef' by Parachute, 'Karben 105' and 'Karben 205' by Talbot Type, 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK, and 'Refuel' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, posters, headlines, packaging, wayfinding, athletic, industrial, authoritative, retro, no-nonsense, impact, ruggedness, signage, team identity, modern retro, octagonal, chamfered, angular, blocky, compact.
A compact, heavy display sans built from straight strokes and crisp chamfered corners. Curves are largely replaced by planar facets, giving bowls and joints an octagonal, cut-metal feel. Stroke weight stays consistent and the counters are relatively tight, producing dense black shapes with strong figure/ground contrast. Terminals are blunt and squared, and the overall rhythm is even and steady, prioritizing solidity and impact over delicacy.
Works best in short, high-impact settings such as sports branding, event posters, bold headlines, and rugged product packaging. It can also serve in signage and wayfinding where a compact, punchy word shape is desirable. For longer passages, it’s most effective when given generous tracking and ample line spacing to offset the dense counters.
The tone reads tough and utilitarian, with a confident, athletic edge. Its faceted geometry evokes stenciled signage, sports lettering, and industrial labeling—direct, assertive, and slightly retro. The bold presence feels energetic and commanding, suited to messages that need to land quickly.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a structured, geometric voice. By substituting curves with facets and keeping strokes firm and uniform, it aims for a durable, badge-ready look that stays legible and consistent in bold display sizes.
Diagonal cuts at corners create a consistent ‘machined’ texture across capitals, lowercase, and numerals. The lowercase follows the same blocky construction as the caps, which helps maintain a uniform color in mixed-case settings. Numerals share the same angular vocabulary, reinforcing a cohesive, emblem-like system.