Distressed Itmun 5 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'DIN Mittel EF' by Elsner+Flake; 'FF DIN' by FontFont; 'Core Gothic D', 'Core Sans D', and 'Core Sans DS' by S-Core; and 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, merch, gritty, industrial, vintage, handmade, punchy, add texture, evoke print, signal toughness, feel handmade, roughened, inked, blunted, blocky, uneven.
A heavy, blocky sans with softened corners and visibly roughened outlines that read like worn ink or distressed printing. Strokes are broadly uniform, with subtle waviness and small nicks along edges and in counters, creating an irregular texture without losing legibility. Proportions are compact and sturdy, with slightly inconsistent widths across letters and a generally geometric, no-frills construction. Numerals and capitals maintain a strong, poster-like silhouette, while lowercase forms stay simple and workmanlike.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding moments where a tough, tactile voice is needed. It works well for product packaging, labels, merchandise graphics, and event promos that benefit from a worn, print-made feel. Use with generous size or contrast against clean type to let the texture read clearly.
The overall tone feels rugged and utilitarian, like signage or packaging that’s been handled, stamped, or screen-printed. Its distressed surface adds a casual, imperfect character that suggests authenticity and a DIY or workshop sensibility.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, straightforward sans foundation while adding controlled wear to evoke analog production—ink spread, scuffed signage, or aged stamp impressions—without sacrificing clarity.
The distressing is consistent across the set, appearing as small chips and uneven fills rather than extreme deformation, which helps it hold up in short text. The texture becomes more apparent at larger sizes, while at smaller sizes it reads primarily as a slightly rough edge.