Sans Other Hine 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FX Gerundal' by Differentialtype, 'LHF Advertisers Square' by Letterhead Fonts, and 'Stallman' and 'Stallman Round' by Par Défaut (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, signage, sportswear, industrial, military, techno, stencil, impact, ruggedness, mechanical feel, display texture, octagonal, chamfered, modular, angular, blocky.
A heavy, angular sans with chamfered corners and an octagonal construction language throughout. Strokes are largely uniform and end in straight, hard terminals, with frequent internal notches and small cut-ins that create a segmented, almost stenciled silhouette. Counters are compact and rectangular, and many glyphs show deliberate breaks or inset shapes (notably in curves and bowls), producing a mechanical rhythm. Proportions are generally compact with squared shoulders and simplified joins, emphasizing solidity over softness.
Best suited for high-impact display use such as posters, branding marks, packaging, apparel graphics, and bold signage where the angular, segmented forms can be appreciated. It can work for short UI labels or badges when a rugged, technical mood is desired, but the dense cut-ins and tight counters may feel busy at smaller sizes or in long passages.
The overall tone is tough and utilitarian, evoking industrial labeling and engineered surfaces. The faceted shapes and purposeful cutouts add a technical, slightly aggressive character that reads as tactical or sci‑fi rather than friendly or neutral.
The letterforms appear designed to translate the look of beveled, machined geometry into a compact display sans, using chamfers and strategic cutouts to create visual interest while keeping a strong, uniform stroke presence. The intent reads as a distinctive, hard-edged alternative to conventional grotesks for assertive titling.
The design’s distinctive notching and faceting becomes more apparent in longer text, where repeated verticals and angled cuts create a patterned texture. Digit forms follow the same octagonal logic, helping maintain consistency in alphanumeric settings.