Sans Superellipse Tenaz 10 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bond 4F' by 4th february, 'Leftfield' by Fenotype, 'Helvegen' by Ironbird Creative, 'Black River' by Larin Type Co, and 'Limbus Sans' by Luker Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, retro, playful, friendly, posterish, crafty, display impact, vintage feel, handmade texture, friendly branding, rounded, soft corners, blocky, hand-inked, stamped.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softly blunted corners. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and a slightly irregular, inked edge that suggests a stamped or screen-printed finish. Counters are generally open but tight, and many curves resolve into flattened terminals, giving letters a sturdy, superelliptical rhythm. The lowercase stays straightforward and readable, while the numerals are simple and weighty with the same softened geometry.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and display settings where its blocky softness and printed texture can carry the layout. It can also work for logos and short brand taglines, especially when you want a friendly, vintage-leaning voice; for longer text, it will be most comfortable at moderate sizes with ample spacing.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a distinctly retro, handmade feel. Its chunky shapes and subtly rough perimeter add personality without becoming chaotic, landing somewhere between mid-century signage and contemporary “craft” branding.
The design appears intended to deliver strong impact with a geometric, rounded-rectangle skeleton while preserving a tactile, ink-on-paper impression. It prioritizes bold presence and approachability for display typography that feels crafted rather than clinical.
The texture is consistent across the alphabet, creating a cohesive printed look that becomes more noticeable at larger sizes. Round letters like O/C/G read as rounded rectangles rather than true circles, reinforcing the geometric, sign-painter-inspired character.