Distressed Fiwo 7 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A condensed, all-caps–friendly display face with chunky strokes and visibly roughened edges. Letterforms have an inked, press-worn texture: interiors show speckling and slight fill irregularities, while terminals look blunted and uneven rather than clean-cut. Curves are simplified and slightly lumpy, counters are small-to-medium, and overall proportions feel compact with sturdy verticals. The rhythm is lively and imperfect, with subtle per-glyph variation that reads like stamped or screen-printed lettering.
Best suited to short, high-impact applications such as posters, headlines, badges, and packaging where texture is an asset. It also works well for labels, menus, and merchandise graphics that want an intentionally rough, analog look, especially at medium to large sizes.
The font conveys a gritty, handmade energy—like worn signage, a gig poster, or a photocopied flyer. Its rough texture adds attitude and approachability, balancing toughness with a slightly playful, informal tone.
The design appears intended to emulate imperfect print or hand-rendered lettering, prioritizing texture and personality over pristine geometry. It aims to deliver strong, condensed impact while adding a worn, tactile surface that suggests analog production.
In running text, the distressed fill and tight counters can visually darken lines, especially in smaller sizes. Numerals and punctuation match the same ink-worn treatment, maintaining a consistent, intentionally imperfect color across mixed content.