Sans Other Ihky 7 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Cantiga' by Isaco Type, 'Lytiga Pro' by Mint Type, and 'Scansky' by Satori TF (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, event graphics, sporty, punchy, retro, energetic, assertive, impact, speed, display, branding, emphasis, slanted, blocky, angular, high-impact, compact joins.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad strokes and tightly controlled counters. The letterforms lean forward with a consistent oblique angle and show a distinctly cut, chiseled construction: curved shapes often terminate in sharp, wedge-like edges, and straight strokes end in crisp, angled corners. Bowls and apertures are relatively narrow for the weight, giving the type a dense, ink-rich texture, while internal shapes remain clean and simple. Uppercase forms feel sturdy and geometric, and the lowercase follows suit with sturdy stems and compact curves, producing a cohesive, impact-first rhythm in text.
This font is best suited to large-scale applications where its sharp silhouettes and dense weight can carry visual hierarchy—headlines, posters, sports or team-style branding, and bold packaging callouts. It can work in short bursts of text (subheads, labels, badges), but its tight counters and aggressive slant are most effective when used for emphasis rather than extended reading.
The overall tone is fast, forceful, and attention-grabbing, with a strong athletic and headline-driven personality. Its slanted stance and sharp terminals add urgency and motion, while the heavy massing gives it a confident, poster-like presence with a slight retro display flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sense of speed and momentum, combining a blunt sans foundation with angular, cut-in detailing. The goal seems to be a distinctive display voice that stays simple in structure while adding character through sharp terminals and forward-leaning rhythm.
Curved letters like C, G, O, and Q show pronounced wedge cuts that create a distinctive silhouette, and diagonal joins in letters like K, M, N, and V contribute to a hard-edged, engineered feel. Numerals match the same forward-leaning, compact construction for a consistent look in mixed alphanumeric settings.