Print Ahbuf 7 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, playful, retro, friendly, lively, casual, hand-lettered feel, display impact, friendly tone, retro flavor, brushed, calligraphic, rounded, soft, swashy.
A slanted, brush-pen–like italic with robust strokes and softly tapered terminals. Letterforms are wide and generously set, with rounded curves, open counters, and occasional entry/exit flicks that mimic quick marker or sign-painting motion. Strokes show subtle thick–thin modulation rather than sharp contrast, and many glyphs finish with small, curved spur-like ends that add a slightly swashy silhouette. Overall rhythm is energetic and uneven in a natural way, while maintaining consistent stroke weight and a cohesive, drawn feel across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
It performs best in short-to-medium display settings where its wide, brushed forms can breathe—such as headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, packaging callouts, and logo wordmarks. It can also work for pull quotes or section headers when a casual, energetic tone is desired.
The font reads as upbeat and personable, with a nostalgic, hand-done charm. Its sweeping italic angle and brushy terminals give it a spirited, informal voice that feels welcoming and slightly theatrical without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to capture the look of confident hand-rendered lettering—fast, smooth, and slightly exaggerated—prioritizing personality and impact over strict typographic neutrality. Its consistent italic motion and brush-like terminals suggest a focus on expressive display typography that still remains legible in common text phrases.
Capitals are bold and prominent with broad, flowing shapes suited to emphasis, while lowercase maintains a clear, readable structure despite the expressive stroke endings. Numerals share the same rounded, brushed construction and italic momentum, helping mixed text feel unified.