Stencil Efba 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Squad' by Fontfabric; 'Jali Arabic', 'Jali Greek', and 'Jali Latin' by Foundry5; 'Diaria Sans Pro' by Mint Type; 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio; 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH; and 'Secca Stencil' by astype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, tactical, utilitarian, rugged, mechanical, stencil marking, industrial branding, rugged display, labeling, geometric, squared, rounded corners, segmented, high impact.
A heavy, geometric display face built from chunky strokes and clear stencil breaks that create consistent bridges across counters and joins. Letterforms favor squared proportions with softened corners and broad terminals, producing a compact, punchy texture. Curves are simplified into sturdy arcs, and many bowls and apertures are partially closed by the stencil segmentation, yielding strong figure/ground patterns. The lowercase follows the same construction, with a single-storey a and g and a robust, blocky rhythm that remains highly graphic at larger sizes.
Best suited to posters, headlines, and branding where a tough, stenciled voice is desirable. It works well for signage, product packaging, and identity marks tied to industrial, workshop, or tactical themes, especially when set at medium to large sizes where the stencil detailing can be appreciated.
The overall tone is industrial and no-nonsense, evoking stenciled marking paint, equipment labeling, and engineered signage. Its segmented shapes read as tactical and rugged, with a slightly retro military/warehouse feel that emphasizes function and impact over refinement.
The design intent appears to be a high-impact stencil display font that retains legibility while delivering a distinctly marked, manufactured look. Its consistent segmentation and simplified geometry suggest a focus on repeatable, sign-paint–like forms that feel practical and durable.
The stencil bridges are prominent in rounded letters and numerals, creating distinctive internal cut-ins that become a defining visual motif in text. Spacing appears straightforward and display-oriented, with the heavy weight and broken strokes forming a strong, patterned texture in longer lines.