Sans Faceted Aski 10 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Railroad Gothic' by ATF Collection; 'Sharp Grotesk Latin', 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean', and 'Sharp Grotesk Thai' by Monotype; and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, industrial, athletic, retro, assertive, poster-like, impact, ruggedness, geometric clarity, octagonal, beveled, angular, blocky, compact.
A compact, heavy display sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with planar facets. Letterforms are largely rectangular with consistent stroke thickness, deep internal counters, and frequent diagonal chamfers that create an octagonal silhouette. Proportions are tight with minimal curvature, producing a dense, uniform color; joins and terminals stay crisp and geometric, and numerals follow the same cut-corner construction for a cohesive set.
Best suited to bold headlines, posters, team or event graphics, and packaging where impact and geometric character are desired. It can also work for signage and labels that benefit from strong, stencil-like solidity, while longer text will typically need generous tracking and leading for clarity.
The faceted geometry and dense weight give the face an assertive, workmanlike tone with a hint of retro varsity and industrial signage. Its sharp chamfers read as tough and mechanical rather than friendly, lending energy and urgency to headlines and short statements.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch through heavy, compact forms and a distinctive faceted construction. By systematically chamfering corners and minimizing curves, it aims for a sturdy, engineered look that remains legible and consistent across letters and numerals.
The cut corners become a defining rhythmic motif across the alphabet, helping similar shapes differentiate through angled notches and squared counters. The overall texture stays highly consistent, but the tightly packed shapes and small apertures suggest it is most effective when given ample size and spacing.