Distressed Jere 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Page Five Fifteen NF' by Nick's Fonts and 'Number 515' by Wooden Type Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, event flyers, western, rugged, vintage, noisy, rowdy, themed display, aged print, poster impact, period flavor, slab serif, woodtype, worn, inked, irregular.
A condensed, heavy slab-serif display face with chunky stems, compact counters, and squared terminals. The letterforms lean on woodtype-inspired proportions—short, blocky serifs and sturdy verticals—while the outlines are intentionally broken up with uneven, chipped edges and small voids that mimic worn type or rough printing. Curves stay tight and blunt, and the rhythm reads punchy and compact, with noticeable glyph-to-glyph irregularity in the contour damage rather than in the overall structure.
Best suited to short display settings such as posters, headlines, product labels, and signage where the distressed edge can read as intentional texture. It works well for themed materials—especially Western or vintage-styled compositions—and for titles that need a bold, attention-grabbing silhouette.
The font conveys a loud, old-poster energy with a rough, workmanlike attitude. Its weathered texture suggests age, grit, and a bit of theatrical bravado—suited to motifs like saloons, show bills, and worn signage rather than polished contemporary branding.
The design appears intended to echo classic condensed slab-serif woodtype while adding a deliberately worn, imperfect print texture. The goal is to deliver instant period flavor and impact, prioritizing character and atmosphere over pristine legibility at small sizes.
The distressed detail is strong enough to become part of the color and texture of a word shape, especially in all caps. Small apertures and counters can darken quickly as size decreases, so the design reads most clearly when given room to breathe.