Sans Faceted Astu 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FX Gerundal' by Differentialtype, 'Environ' by MADType, 'Amboy' by Parkinson, and 'Quan Geometric' and 'Quan Pro' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports, logos, packaging, athletic, industrial, retro, assertive, technical, impact, ruggedness, signage, branding, uniformity, octagonal, chamfered, blocky, compact, angular.
A heavy, block-constructed sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with broad chamfers and octagonal bowls. Letterforms are compact and sturdy, with squared terminals and consistent stroke weight that keeps counters small but clear. The faceting is applied uniformly across caps, lowercase, and figures, creating a rigid rhythm and a distinctly geometric silhouette that holds up well at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and brand marks where a dense, high-impact texture is desirable. It also fits athletic identities, industrial-themed graphics, and packaging or labels that benefit from a tough, cut-metal aesthetic. For longer passages, it works most comfortably at larger sizes where the faceting and small counters remain distinct.
The overall tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a utilitarian, sporty edge. Its angular construction and hard corners suggest machinery, signage, and competitive branding, while the faceted detailing adds a stylized, slightly retro flavor rather than a purely neutral voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong display voice by translating familiar sans structures into a planar, chiseled geometry. The consistent chamfering and polygonal bowls aim to create instant recognizability and a rugged, engineered presence across letters and numbers.
Capitals read particularly strong and emblematic, with polygonal rounds in letters like O and C that feel engineered rather than drawn. The lowercase follows the same carved geometry, keeping a consistent texture in text lines; spacing appears tight and dense, emphasizing impact over airiness.