Sans Other Redab 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fairweather' by Dharma Type, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, retro, circus, playful, comic, poster, attention grabbing, vintage flavor, handmade feel, space saving, angular, chiseled, condensed, blocky, irregular.
A condensed, heavy sans with a chiseled, hand-cut feel. Strokes are predominantly monolinear but terminate in angled facets and wedge-like cuts, giving the outlines a slightly irregular, carved profile rather than smooth geometry. Counters are compact and often squarish, and curves are simplified into tense, polygonal bowls and shoulders. Overall spacing and widths vary subtly from glyph to glyph, contributing to an intentionally uneven, display-driven rhythm.
Best suited to posters, headlines, packaging, and short logotypes where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It works particularly well for event signage, vintage-themed graphics, and playful branding accents, but is less ideal for long passages or small UI text due to its tight counters and busy texture.
The font projects a spirited, old-time show-card energy—bold, attention-seeking, and a bit mischievous. Its faceted strokes and bouncy texture read as handcrafted and theatrical, suggesting vintage amusement, festival signage, or comic title lettering rather than neutral modern branding.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in a condensed footprint while adding character through faceted terminals and slightly irregular construction. It prioritizes display personality over neutrality, evoking handcrafted sign lettering and vintage show-card typography.
In text, the narrow set and tight internal spaces create a dense color, so it reads best when given extra tracking and generous leading. The sharp joins and angular cuts stay consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, reinforcing a cohesive ‘cut-paper’ texture at larger sizes.