Sans Other Dagab 9 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Como Moncer' by Fikryal, 'Miguel De Northern' by Graphicxell, 'Duotone' by Match & Kerosene, and 'Merchanto' by Type Juice (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, industrial, compact, retro, utilitarian, space-saving impact, strong display, functional clarity, signage strength, blocky, condensed, heavyweight, sturdy, uniform.
A heavy, condensed sans with tall lowercase proportions and compact, vertical rhythm. Strokes are monolinear and highly saturated, with broad, squared terminals and minimal modulation. Counters are relatively tight and often vertically oriented, giving letters a dense, poster-ready texture. Curved forms (C, O, S) are simplified into sturdy, rounded rectangles, while joins and apexes stay blunt and geometric rather than sharp.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and short emphatic messaging where a dense, high-impact line is desirable. It can also work well for branding, packaging callouts, and signage that needs bold presence in limited horizontal space. For extended reading or small sizes, the tight interiors may call for generous spacing and restrained line lengths.
The overall tone is forceful and workmanlike, leaning toward industrial signage and no-nonsense display typography. Its compressed width and dense color create a loud, attention-grabbing voice with a slightly retro, headline-driven character.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum impact in a compact footprint, prioritizing strong shapes, consistent stroke weight, and a solid typographic “block” on the page. Its simplified geometry and blunt terminals suggest an emphasis on robustness and straightforward communication rather than refinement.
The design favors legibility at larger sizes through strong silhouettes and clear, simplified construction, while the tight counters and condensed set can feel intense in long blocks. Numerals match the same compact, heavy build, maintaining consistent color and presence alongside the letters.