Sans Faceted Abrek 1 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Charles Wright' by K-Type, 'Ramenson' by Larin Type Co, 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat, and 'Radley' by Variatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, team merch, packaging, sporty, industrial, arcade, assertive, retro, impact, signage, athletic, mechanical, retro tech, blocky, angular, chamfered, octagonal, compact.
A compact, heavy display sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, with facets replacing most curves. Counters are generally squared-off and geometric, giving letters like O/Q and the numerals an octagonal feel. Strokes stay consistent in thickness and the joins are crisp, producing a firm, poster-like texture. Lowercase forms lean toward sturdy, simplified structures with single-storey a and g and minimal modulation, while punctuation and figures match the same cut-corner geometry.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, sports branding, team apparel, and bold packaging. It also works well for labels, UI banners, and title cards where a compact, angular texture helps maintain legibility and punch. For extended reading, its dense weight and faceting are most comfortable at larger sizes and with generous spacing.
The overall tone is tough and energetic, with a sporty, utilitarian voice that reads like athletic lettering and bold signage. Its faceted construction adds a retro arcade/scoreboard flavor while staying clean and modern. The dense rhythm and sharp terminals communicate impact and confidence.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a geometric, cut-corner construction that stays consistent across letters and figures. By substituting curves with planar facets, it aims to evoke athletic and industrial cues while keeping forms simple, sturdy, and highly recognizable in display settings.
Round characters are systematically “shaved” into flats, which creates strong internal angles at corners and a consistent mechanical logic across the set. Wide shapes like W and M remain emphatic and stable, while diagonals and clipped terminals keep the texture lively at large sizes. The numerals are particularly emblematic, with 0 and 8 featuring small, squared counters that reinforce the stenciled, scoreboard-like impression.