Stencil Efri 2 is a very bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe, 'Flexo Soft' by Durotype, 'FF Transit' by FontFont, 'Glober' by Fontfabric, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Breno Narrow' by Monotype, and 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, apparel, industrial, military, mechanical, utilitarian, rugged, stencil marking, display impact, industrial styling, signage clarity, rounded corners, softened, chunky, high contrast openings, compact.
A heavy, monoline stencil with compact proportions and large counters. Stencil breaks are consistently applied as rounded, pill-like notches and bridges, giving the cutouts a softer, engineered feel rather than sharp, razor-cut gaps. Terminals and corners are broadly rounded, strokes are thick and even, and the overall rhythm is blocky with clear, uniform spacing that keeps letterforms distinct at display sizes.
Best suited for bold headlines, posters, and short bursts of text where the stencil breaks become a defining graphic element. It also fits labeling and wayfinding-inspired work—such as packaging, apparel graphics, and event branding—where a tough, industrial voice is desirable.
The tone is industrial and utilitarian, evoking painted markings, equipment labeling, and field signage. Its softened stencil cuts add a slightly playful, retro-factory edge while remaining assertive and functional.
The design appears intended to deliver an unmistakable stencil look with strong legibility and a distinctive, rounded bridge treatment. It balances rugged, functional construction with smoother contours to feel contemporary while still referencing painted or cut-out lettering.
Round glyphs like O/0 and bowls in B/P/R show prominent internal bridges that read clearly as stencil construction. Diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are stout and stable, and figures are bold and signage-oriented with simplified forms and pronounced breaks that prioritize immediate recognition.