Sans Normal Konow 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'PT Sans Pro' by ParaType and 'Alber New' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, app headers, sporty, urgent, assertive, modern, energetic, emphasis, speed, impact, clarity, modernity, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, punchy.
A heavy, oblique sans with clean, geometric construction and rounded curves. Strokes are largely uniform with minimal modulation, and terminals are crisp and squared-off, giving the forms a cut, streamlined finish. The italic slant is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, creating strong forward motion and a tight, continuous rhythm. Counters stay fairly open for the weight, while curves (C, G, O, S) read smooth and controlled rather than calligraphic.
Best suited for short, prominent text where impact matters: headlines, posters, sports and performance-oriented branding, packaging callouts, and bold UI or app headers. It can work in brief paragraphs at larger sizes, but the heavy weight and slant are most effective for emphasis and display typography.
The overall tone is fast, forceful, and contemporary. Its strong slant and dense color suggest motion and emphasis, lending a sporty, headline-driven character that feels confident and direct.
Designed to deliver maximum emphasis with a forward-leaning, energetic stance while keeping letterforms simple and geometric for quick recognition. The combination of stout proportions and smooth curves prioritizes punchy visibility and a modern, no-frills feel.
Uppercase shapes feel sturdy and slightly compact, while lowercase maintains clear differentiation with a single-storey a and g. Numerals are robust and display-oriented, matching the same oblique stance and rounded geometry as the letters.