Print Tubus 5 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, signage, playful, friendly, quirky, handmade, retro, informality, approachability, handmade feel, cheerful display, rounded, soft, bouncy, chunky, wonky.
A compact, heavy-stroked hand-drawn print with rounded terminals and softly irregular contours. Letterforms show gentle waviness and subtle stroke modulation that keeps the texture organic while staying consistent enough for continuous reading. Proportions are slightly condensed overall, with sturdy verticals, smallish counters, and a rhythm that alternates between straight stems and bulbous curves. The lowercase includes simple, readable shapes with single-storey forms and prominent dots on i/j, while numerals are stout and friendly with rounded joins and a slightly uneven, drawn-by-hand finish.
Well suited to short-to-medium display copy such as headlines, posters, labels, and packaging where a friendly handmade tone is desired. It can also work for signage and playful brand systems, especially when set at larger sizes to preserve counter clarity.
The font reads cheerful and informal, with a bouncy, cartoon-adjacent energy that feels approachable rather than precise. Its soft edges and imperfect geometry suggest a human touch, giving text a warm, casual voice suited to lighthearted messaging.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, approachable hand-lettered look that feels spontaneous and personable, while remaining legible as a printed alphabet. The consistent rounding and controlled irregularities aim to balance charm with usability in display settings.
The heavy weight and tight internal spaces give the type a strong spot-color on the page, so it performs best with moderate tracking and comfortable line spacing. Curves and joins are intentionally softened, and the overall texture stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures.