Distressed Efguw 9 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cadmium' by AVP, 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'Fact' by ParaType, 'PF DIN Text' by Parachute, and 'Tolyer' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, event promos, sports branding, gritty, punchy, retro, rowdy, playful, impact, movement, vintage feel, hand-inked, rough print, textured, inky, condensed, slanted, roughened.
A condensed, right-slanted display face with heavy, brushy strokes and rounded terminals. Letterforms are slightly irregular in contour and width, with textured interiors and uneven edges that suggest worn ink or rough printing. Counters are small and often partially pinched, and the overall rhythm is energetic, with occasional exaggerated curves (notably in S, J, and the bowls of B/P/R). Numerals follow the same robust, inked-in construction and maintain the compact footprint.
Best suited for short, high-impact setting such as posters, headlines, apparel graphics, packaging callouts, and event promotions where the distressed ink texture can read clearly. It also works well for retro-leaning branding accents and punchy social graphics, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The font reads loud and tactile, combining a vintage poster sensibility with a raw, hand-inked attitude. Its rough texture and forward slant convey speed and bravado, while the rounded forms keep it approachable and slightly humorous rather than severe.
The design appears intended to evoke bold brush lettering and imperfect print reproduction, delivering a rugged, high-energy voice with strong shelf and billboard presence. The condensed, slanted construction prioritizes impact and momentum over quiet readability, making it a natural choice for expressive display typography.
Texture appears integrated into the glyph shapes (not just outline roughness), creating a printed, slightly weathered look at larger sizes. The condensed proportions and tight apertures increase density, so the face benefits from generous tracking and clear contrast in color/background when used in longer lines.