Sans Faceted Afpu 4 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Double Porter' by Fenotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sportswear, packaging, industrial, sports, authoritative, retro, compact impact, industrial tone, sports display, signage strength, angular, condensed, blocky, faceted, stencil-like.
A compact, heavy sans with squared proportions and sharp, planar corner cuts that replace many curves with faceted angles. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense, uniform color in text. Terminals are mostly flat and orthogonal, with occasional chamfered corners and small notches that add a mechanical, cut-metal feel. Counters are tight and geometric, and round letters (like O/Q) read as octagonal forms; the lowercase follows the same rigid construction, with single-storey shapes and short, sturdy extenders.
This design performs best in display settings such as headlines, posters, logos, and bold labeling where its angular construction can read clearly and add character. It’s also well suited to sports-inspired graphics and packaging that benefits from strong, compact letterforms and an industrial edge.
The overall tone is tough and utilitarian, with a sporty, no-nonsense energy. The faceted corners and compact rhythm evoke industrial signage and athletic numbering, giving it a confident, commanding voice suited to bold statements.
The letterforms appear intended to deliver maximum impact in a compact footprint while projecting a technical, machined personality. The faceting suggests a deliberate move away from smooth geometry toward a cut, armored silhouette that stays consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
At headline sizes the crisp corner facets become a defining texture, creating a consistent zig-zag rhythm across words. In longer lines the dense weight and tight internal spaces can feel intense, so generous tracking and line spacing help maintain clarity.