Sans Other Rekum 9 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Mach' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, signage, industrial, condensed, stenciled, sports, poster, impact, compactness, ruggedness, utility, display, angular, blocky, faceted, geometric, abrupt terminals.
A compact, block-built sans with heavy, uniform strokes and a tightly drawn, vertical rhythm. Letterforms are constructed from straight segments and sharp corners, with frequent chamfered cuts that create faceted bowls and diagonals. Curves are minimized and often squared off, producing octagonal counters in rounded characters and a distinctly engineered silhouette. Terminals are abrupt and flat, joins are hard-edged, and proportions stay consistent across the set for a rigid, sign-like texture in lines of text.
Best suited to short, high-contrast applications such as posters, headlines, labels, and sports-style branding where dense, punchy letterforms are an advantage. It can also work for signage or packaging that benefits from a rugged, engineered aesthetic, though its tight counters and angular construction favor larger sizes over extended reading.
The overall tone is tough and utilitarian, evoking industrial labeling, athletic numerals, and high-impact display typography. Its angular cuts and compact spacing read assertive and functional rather than friendly or refined, giving headlines a rugged, mechanical energy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in minimal horizontal space, using squared geometry and chamfered cuts to create a durable, industrial voice. Its consistent, modular construction suggests a focus on bold display utility—clear at a glance, distinctive in silhouette, and built for strong typographic presence.
Uppercase forms lean toward squarish, monoline construction with narrow internal counters, while the lowercase follows the same squared logic for a cohesive texture. Numerals and punctuation inherit the same faceted geometry, helping mixed alphanumeric settings maintain a consistent, stamped look.