Sans Other Abgen 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Otter' by Hemphill Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, children’s, stickers, playful, quirky, friendly, chunky, comic, playful display, handmade feel, bold impact, rounded, bouncy, irregular, soft, bold.
A very heavy, rounded sans with softly inflated strokes and slightly irregular, hand-cut geometry. The outlines lean on simple, blocky construction with broad curves, compact counters, and minimal contrast, creating a dense, punchy silhouette. Many glyphs show subtle wobble in strokes and terminals, giving an intentionally uneven rhythm while maintaining clear, upright structure. Numerals and capitals read as stout and poster-like, with small interior spaces and a strong, black presence.
Best suited for display applications where impact and personality matter: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, and playful branding. It also works well for children’s materials, party/event graphics, and social media tiles, especially when set with generous spacing and short line lengths.
The overall tone is upbeat and informal, with a cartoonish, mischievous energy. Its uneven, bouncy shapes feel approachable and handmade rather than technical, lending a lighthearted voice that suits playful messaging and kid-friendly themes.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight with a friendly, hand-drawn flavor—prioritizing charm and immediacy over strict geometric precision. It aims to feel bold and approachable, with quirky irregularities that keep large text lively.
The tight counters in round letters and the heavy joins can make very small sizes feel crowded, but the chunky forms hold up well as display type. The character set shows consistent soft rounding and a deliberately imperfect baseline rhythm that adds personality in headings and short bursts of text.