Sans Other Abnah 7 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids, comics, playful, quirky, cartoon, punchy, friendly, attention, humor, handmade, informality, display, chunky, irregular, wobbly, rounded, blocky.
A heavy, chunky sans with intentionally uneven contours and a hand-cut, slightly wobbly silhouette. Strokes stay broadly consistent but edges show small nicks, bulges, and angular pinches that create a lively, imperfect rhythm. Counters are compact and often squarish or teardrop-shaped, with terminals that feel blunt and compressed rather than smoothly geometric. The overall texture is dense and bouncy, with noticeable letter-to-letter variability that reads as expressive rather than strictly systematic.
Works best for short, bold statements such as posters, headlines, product packaging, and playful branding where personality is more important than quiet readability. It also suits children’s materials, event promos, and comic-style graphics where an energetic, handmade look helps carry the message.
The font conveys a playful, mischievous tone—more comic and handmade than corporate or neutral. Its uneven shapes and bold mass suggest humor, informality, and a bit of rowdy energy, making text feel like it’s been stamped or cut from paper. The mood is friendly and attention-seeking, suited to lighthearted messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a deliberately imperfect, handcrafted feel. By combining very heavy forms with irregular edges and compact counters, it aims to read as fun, informal, and characterful in display contexts.
At larger sizes it has strong impact and a distinctive rhythm, while in longer passages the tight counters and irregular outlines can make the color feel busy. Numerals match the same chunky, off-kilter construction, keeping a consistent display-oriented voice across letters and figures.