Stencil Efba 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corelia' by Hurufatfont, 'Glimp Rounded' by OneSevenPointFive, 'Neue Reman Gt' and 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, 'TT Hoves Pro' by TypeType, and 'Paul Grotesk Stencil' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, labels, industrial, military, utilitarian, rugged, mechanical, stenciling, labeling, impact, marking, display, geometric, rounded corners, high impact, compact, modular.
A heavy, geometric stencil letterform with rounded terminals and consistent, low-contrast stroke weight. Counters and bowls are interrupted by clear stencil bridges, producing frequent vertical breaks (notably in C, O, Q, S, and numerals) and occasional segmented joins in diagonals. Proportions are compact with broad stems and slightly softened corners, giving the shapes a machined, cut-out feel while maintaining sturdy, even rhythm in text.
Works best where a strong, graphic stencil identity is desired: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, and labeling systems. It can also add an industrial accent to short text blocks, though the repeated stencil breaks become a dominant texture at smaller sizes.
The overall tone feels industrial and utilitarian, evoking painted markings, equipment labels, and crate stenciling. The rounded edges temper the severity, but the broken strokes still communicate toughness and a functional, engineered attitude.
Designed to emulate practical stencil construction while staying clean and contemporary through geometric structure and rounded terminals. The intention appears to be high-impact display typography that reads quickly and carries an unmistakable industrial marking character.
The stencil breaks are prominent enough to define the texture at both headline and large-text sizes, creating a distinctive pattern of vertical gaps through round letters and some lowercase forms. Numerals follow the same logic, with conspicuous internal breaks that reinforce the stamped/marked aesthetic.