Sans Faceted Abmah 5 is a very bold, very narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dimensions' by Dharma Type and 'Exorts Compressed' by Seventh Imperium (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, sports, industrial, authoritative, retro, mechanical, dramatic, space-saving, high impact, geometric edge, poster voice, angular, faceted, octagonal, condensed, blocky.
A tall, condensed display sans built from sharp, faceted forms that replace curves with planar cuts. Strokes are consistently heavy with crisp corners and small notches, creating an octagonal, chiseled silhouette throughout. Counters are narrow and mostly rectangular, and the overall rhythm is tight with compact internal space, producing dense, high-impact word shapes. Uppercase forms feel architectural and rigid, while lowercase echoes the same geometry with simplified joins and a utilitarian finish; numerals match the same clipped, vertical emphasis.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It works well for logos, apparel graphics, packaging titles, and event or sports promotions where tall, condensed letterforms help fit long words into narrow spaces while maintaining strong presence.
The font projects a strong, industrial confidence with a hint of retro poster energy. Its chiseled geometry reads as mechanical and forceful, lending an assertive tone that can feel militaristic or sports-arena loud depending on context. The faceting adds a crafted, cut-metal character that feels bold and purposeful rather than playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in minimal horizontal space, using faceted cuts to suggest machined precision and a carved, hard-edged aesthetic. Its consistent vertical structure and dense color aim for immediate recognition and strong hierarchy in display settings.
The extreme verticality and tight apertures make it most comfortable at larger sizes, where the faceted detailing and narrow counters remain clear. In continuous text, the heavy texture can quickly become dominant, but in short lines it creates a striking, uniform block that holds attention.