Sans Faceted Abbib 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cybersport' by Anton Kokoshka and 'Boxed' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sportswear, signage, logos, athletic, industrial, retro, utilitarian, assertive, impact, durability, geometric styling, sport branding, signage clarity, octagonal, chiseled, geometric, blocky, angular.
A heavy, blocky sans with chamfered corners and faceted construction that replaces curves with straight segments. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and counters tend toward rectangular or octagonal shapes (notably in O, Q, and 0). Terminals are flat and crisp, and the overall geometry feels squared-off and engineered, with compact apertures and sturdy joins that keep the texture dense and even in text.
Best suited for display settings where strong silhouette and fast recognition matter, such as headlines, posters, branding marks, and athletic or equipment-oriented graphics. It also fits wayfinding and label-style signage when used at sizes that preserve the compact counters and angled details.
The letterforms project a tough, no-nonsense tone with strong associations to uniform graphics and functional signage. The faceting adds a hard-edged, mechanical attitude that reads sporty and industrial, while the simplified geometry contributes a distinctly retro, varsity-adjacent flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact through sturdy, geometric letterforms and a distinctive faceted motif. By standardizing curves into chamfers and keeping stroke weight steady, it aims for a rugged, manufactured look that stays consistent across the character set.
In running text the condensed interior spaces and tight apertures create a dark, punchy rhythm that favors impact over delicacy. The mix of chamfered rounds with squared verticals produces a consistent ‘machined’ feel across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, helping the font hold together well in large, high-contrast applications.