Sans Faceted Anfa 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Quan' and 'Quan Pro' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, packaging, industrial, athletic, techno, tactical, retro, impact, machined look, signage, branding, uniformity, octagonal, chamfered, angular, blocky, stencil-like.
This typeface is built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with faceted, octagonal geometry. Stems are heavy and uniform, with tight interior counters and squared-off apertures that keep letters compact and sturdy. The rhythm is regular and mechanical, with modest spacing and a consistent use of chamfers across rounds (O, C, G) and diagonals (A, V, W, X). Numerals follow the same hard-edged construction, emphasizing a utility-driven, sign-like silhouette.
Best suited to display settings where strong geometry and impact are desirable: headlines, posters, team/athletic branding, product marks, labels, and bold UI accents. It performs particularly well when set large, where the faceted corners and tight counters read as intentional detailing rather than texture noise.
The overall tone feels tough and engineered—more like hardware markings or sports identifiers than editorial text. Its faceted construction reads as technical and assertive, with a retro-digital edge that suggests machinery, uniforms, and rugged equipment.
The design appears intended to translate a rugged, machined aesthetic into a clear, repeatable letter system. By standardizing chamfered corners and minimizing curves, it aims for a consistent, high-impact voice that stays legible in branding and signage-style applications.
Several lowercase forms echo the uppercase design language, producing a unified, all-caps-friendly texture even in mixed case. The repeated chamfer motif creates strong visual consistency, while the compact counters and angular terminals can make long passages feel dense, favoring shorter lines and larger sizes.