Sans Contrasted Idno 6 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Silver Streak' by Swell Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, industrial, assertive, sporty, poster, retro, impact, compactness, branding, display strength, blocky, condensed, square-shouldered, rounded corners, narrow apertures.
A heavy, blocky sans with compact, slightly condensed proportions and a strong vertical stance. Strokes show noticeable thick–thin modulation, especially where curves transition into stems, giving counters a sculpted, cut-in feel rather than a purely monoline look. Corners are subtly rounded and joins are sturdy, producing a dense texture; apertures tend to be narrow and the internal spaces are small but cleanly shaped. The lowercase maintains a tall, robust presence with simple, single-storey forms and short extenders, while numerals follow the same squared, weighty construction for consistent color in mixed settings.
Best suited to display applications where impact and density are assets: headlines, poster typography, branding marks, labels, and signage. It can work for short subheads or callouts in UI or editorial layouts when set with ample size and spacing to preserve clarity in the tight counters.
The overall tone is bold and commanding, with an industrial, workmanlike confidence. Its compact shapes and tight apertures create a forceful, no-nonsense voice that reads as sporty and poster-ready, with a touch of retro signage flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch in a compact footprint, combining a sturdy sans skeleton with carved, contrasted shaping for a distinctive, assertive texture. It prioritizes bold presence and strong rhythm over open, airy readability.
The most distinctive character comes from the combination of very heavy weight and visible contrast: curves feel carved and slightly compressed, and round letters take on a squared, boxy silhouette. At larger sizes the dense rhythm looks intentional and impactful; at smaller sizes the tight counters may require generous spacing and careful color control.