Typewriter Fihu 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: posters, book covers, zines, packaging, branding, retro, analog, gritty, quirky, editorial, typewriter feel, vintage texture, tactile print, utilitarian clarity, retro voice, inked, worn, blunt, rounded, stamped.
A monoline, slabby typewriter face with softly rounded corners and a subtly uneven, inked edge that mimics worn mechanical imprinting. The serifs are short and blunt, terminals are bulbous in places, and counters stay fairly open, giving the set a sturdy, readable texture. Curves and joins show slight irregularity that breaks perfect uniformity while keeping consistent proportions across caps, lowercase, and figures. The overall rhythm is steady and grid-friendly, with compact, no-nonsense forms that still carry visible character.
It works well for headlines, posters, and cover typography where a vintage typewritten tone is desirable, and it also holds up in short-to-medium editorial text when you want a textured, analog voice. The consistent spacing makes it especially suitable for layouts that benefit from orderly alignment, such as labels, captions, and design systems with a deliberate, utilitarian grid.
The font conveys an analog, vintage mood—part office ephemera, part DIY print shop—suggesting paper, ribbon, and imperfect impressions. Its mild distress and chunky serifs add a gritty, human feel that reads as nostalgic and a little mischievous rather than pristine or corporate.
The design appears intended to recreate the feel of a mechanical typewriter imprint—uniform and utilitarian at its core, but with just enough wear and ink spread to feel tactile and lived-in. It balances legibility with character, aiming for an authentic, printed texture without becoming heavily distressed.
Digits and punctuation share the same stamped softness and slightly rough perimeter, helping extended text look cohesive. The lowercase shows simple, familiar typewriter constructions (single-storey shapes where expected) with a sturdy baseline presence that supports long lines without feeling delicate.