Typewriter Hake 4 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: labels, packaging, posters, editorial, signage, industrial, utilitarian, retro, gritty, no-nonsense, mechanical feel, retro utility, rugged clarity, slab serif, rounded terminals, blunt, inked, sturdy.
A heavy, monoline slab-serif design with broad proportions and a strong, even rhythm across characters. Strokes end in blunt, rounded slabs that read like stamped or inked type, with slightly soft corners that keep the texture friendly rather than sharp. Counters are open and simple, and the numerals and capitals carry a solid, workmanlike structure that stays consistent in density from glyph to glyph.
Well-suited to headings, product labels, packaging, and poster work where a sturdy, machine-made voice is desired. It can also support editorial pull quotes or UI/terminal-style moments when you want a monospaced feel with more presence than a neutral code face.
The overall tone feels mechanical and practical, with a faintly rugged, analog texture—like text produced by a well-used machine. It conveys a straightforward, documentary mood with a retro edge that suggests utility, labels, and equipment rather than elegance.
The design appears intended to evoke mechanical typing and stamped lettering through sturdy slabs, broad proportions, and consistent stroke weight. Its goal is to deliver clear, dependable letterforms while adding a distinctive, tactile flavor associated with analog output.
The slab terminals and rounded joins create a distinctive “cushioned” silhouette that remains legible at medium sizes while adding noticeable character in display settings. The texture is strong and even, making it effective for short lines where the repeating terminal shapes become part of the visual identity.