Sans Normal Oknoz 1 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
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A heavy, geometric sans with broad, even strokes and rounded bowls, built from confident circular and rectangular forms. Many glyphs feature small, consistent triangular or wedge-shaped notches that read like stencil breaks or cutouts, creating a distinctive rhythm across counters and joins. Curves stay smooth and fairly closed, while terminals are generally blunt and squared, giving the face a compact, high-ink silhouette. Proportions feel slightly wide in rounds (O, C, G) with stable verticals and straightforward, modern construction in both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited for headlines, logos, and short, high-impact phrases where the cutout details can read clearly. It also fits signage and packaging that benefit from a robust, engineered look. For extended reading, it will work most comfortably at larger sizes with ample spacing.
The repeated cutout motif adds a mechanical, engineered attitude that feels modern and energetic. It suggests utilitarian signage, athletic branding, or tech-forward identity work, with a subtle sense of motion from the angled interruptions.
The design appears intended to merge a clean geometric sans structure with a signature cutout/stencil accent, producing a sturdy display face that remains orderly while still feeling custom and brandable.
The notch detail is most noticeable in round letters and closed counters (such as O, Q, e, g, and numerals), where it behaves like a deliberate break in the stroke. This gives strong personality at display sizes, but the small cutouts may become less distinct at smaller text sizes or in dense settings.