Print Riked 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Penny Lane' by K-Type, 'Neue Helvetica' and 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, stickers, playful, friendly, retro, casual, punchy, handmade feel, display impact, friendly tone, retro flavor, rounded, soft, brushy, bouncy, chunky.
A heavy, slanted handwritten print with thick, rounded strokes and soft terminals. The letterforms are compact and slightly bouncy, with a lively rhythm and subtle irregularities that suggest marker or brush lettering rather than geometric construction. Curves are full and inflated, counters are small, and joins stay smooth with minimal sharp corners. Uppercase forms are sturdy and simplified, while lowercase adds more idiosyncratic shapes (notably in the a, g, k, and r), reinforcing an informal, drawn feel.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and logo-style wordmarks where its bold slant and rounded shapes can carry personality. It also works well for casual branding, labels, and social graphics that want a friendly, handmade presence.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a nostalgic, sign-painter energy. Its bold, rounded shapes read as warm and humorous, lending a casual voice that feels energetic rather than formal.
Likely designed to deliver a confident handwritten look with smooth, thick strokes that stay readable and cohesive in display settings. The goal appears to be an informal, energetic style that mimics quick brush or marker lettering while maintaining consistent weight and strong silhouettes.
At larger sizes the dense strokes create strong dark mass and clear silhouette, while tighter spacing and small counters can make long passages feel heavy. Numerals match the same soft, brushy construction, keeping the texture consistent across alphanumerics.