Stencil Imba 14 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Resist Sans' by Groteskly Yours, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Glimp' by OneSevenPointFive, and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, sportswear, packaging, industrial, tactical, sporty, mechanical, assertive, impact, utility, motion, edginess, slanted, rounded, geometric, blocky, cutout.
A heavy, slanted display sans with broad proportions and rounded corners. Letterforms are built from solid, low-contrast strokes that feel machined and geometric, then interrupted by consistent stencil breaks—often appearing as narrow horizontal or slightly angled cut lines through bowls and terminals. Counters are generally open and simple, spacing is sturdy and headline-oriented, and the overall rhythm is driven by bold diagonals, robust curves, and crisp, deliberate interruptions.
Best suited for bold headlines, posters, event graphics, and branding where an industrial or tactical edge is desired. It also fits sportswear-style graphics, product packaging, and punchy promotional copy, especially when short phrases need strong impact.
The font conveys an industrial, tactical attitude—confident, tough, and engineered. The stencil cuts add a utilitarian, equipment-marking flavor, while the italic slant injects speed and forward motion, creating an energetic, sporty tone.
The design appears intended to combine a sturdy, modern sans foundation with unmistakable stencil interruptions, creating a practical, cut-from-sheet aesthetic. The italic angle suggests a focus on motion and urgency, aiming for high-impact display use rather than extended reading.
Stencil bridges are applied with a fairly uniform logic across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, producing a cohesive "cut-out" texture in words. The slant and heavy weight amplify dark color on the page, so it reads best when given room to breathe and used at larger sizes.