Sans Normal Ufnob 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazines, branding, classic, authoritative, formal, literary, editorial voice, classic revival, display impact, print elegance, high-contrast, crisp, calligraphic, bracketed, sculpted.
A sharply drawn, high-contrast text face with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, tapered terminals. The outlines show a traditional, calligraphic construction: curved joins feel sculpted, counters are open and well-defined, and rounds (C, O, Q) carry a lively stress rather than purely geometric symmetry. Uppercase proportions are sturdy and slightly condensed in feel, while the lowercase maintains a compact rhythm with clear ascenders and descenders. Details like the single-storey “a” and “g,” a pointed, flowing “y,” and the angled leg of “R” reinforce a classical, print-oriented character; numerals appear lining with strong verticals and distinct shapes for easy differentiation.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and display copy where its contrast and crisp terminals can shine, such as magazine layouts, book covers, and sophisticated branding. It can also work for short-form reading in pull quotes or lead paragraphs, particularly when printed or rendered at comfortable sizes.
The overall tone is refined and serious, with an editorial polish that reads as established and trustworthy. Its contrast and formal skeleton give it a bookish, institutional voice—more traditional than casual—while still feeling crisp and contemporary in reproduction.
The design appears intended to provide a modern, high-contrast take on classic print typography: a confident, editorial voice with sculpted curves and clear, distinctive letterforms for impactful text setting.
In the sample text, the strong stroke contrast and compact spacing create a bold, confident texture, especially at larger sizes. The sharp terminals and narrow apertures add sparkle but also increase sensitivity to small sizes and low-resolution rendering, where fine strokes may thin out.