Sans Faceted Abgul 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rice' by Font Kitchen, 'Kairos Sans' by Monotype, 'Navine' by OneSevenPointFive, 'PT Filter' by Paavola Type Studio, 'Hemispheres' by Runsell Type, 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat, 'From the Internet' by Typodermic, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, posters, headlines, signage, packaging, athletic, industrial, authoritative, retro, impact, durability, uniformity, chamfered, blocky, angular, stencil-like, compact.
This typeface uses heavy, block-built letterforms with clipped corners that turn many curves into flat facets. Strokes are broadly consistent in thickness, with squared terminals and chamfered joins that create a rigid, engineered silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and mostly polygonal (notably in O, Q, 0, and 8), contributing to a compact, high-impact texture in lines of text. The lowercase follows the same faceted construction, with sturdy, upright stems and simplified bowls; overall spacing reads straightforward and utilitarian, with a strong, even color across words.
Best suited for headlines and display settings where strong presence and quick recognition matter—sports branding, event posters, bold packaging, and wayfinding/signage. It can also work for short UI labels or badges when a rugged, geometric voice is desired, but the dense counters suggest avoiding long body text at small sizes.
The faceted geometry gives a tough, no-nonsense tone that feels at home in athletic and industrial contexts. Its clipped corners evoke signage, uniforms, and stamped or cut materials, lending a slightly retro, workmanlike personality. The overall impression is assertive and functional rather than delicate or expressive.
The design appears intended to translate a robust, cut-corner industrial aesthetic into a straightforward sans wordshape, prioritizing impact and durability. By replacing curves with planar facets and keeping stroke weight steady, it aims for high visibility and a confident, utilitarian character across letters and numerals.
Numerals are especially billboard-ready, built from octagonal shapes and deep cuts that keep forms distinct at a glance. The design’s consistent chamfering produces a cohesive rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and figures, reinforcing a mechanical, standardized feel.