Print Fodey 3 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A condensed, heavy display face with rough, deckled contours and uneven stroke edges that read like ink pressed through worn type or a hand-cut stencil. The letterforms keep a largely upright skeleton and consistent cap height, but each glyph shows organic nicks, notches, and subtle waviness that breaks the outline. Terminals are blunt and often slightly flared, counters are moderately tight, and curves (notably in C/O/S) appear lumpy and textured rather than smooth. Spacing is fairly compact, creating a dense, poster-like rhythm that emphasizes the dark mass of the shapes.
Best used at display sizes where the distressed detail can be appreciated—headlines, posters, signage, packaging, and cover typography. It also suits short bursts of text such as pull quotes or section headers, especially when a rugged or vintage atmosphere is desired.
The distressed outlines and chunky proportions give the font a rugged, old-world tone with a slightly eerie edge. It suggests age, grit, and handmade authenticity, balancing legibility with a purposely imperfect, weathered character.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, condensed voice with an intentionally worn surface—combining a traditional print silhouette with hand-made, distressed texture to create immediate mood and impact.
Uppercase forms feel more dominant and emblematic, while the lowercase keeps the same rough texture and narrow build, helping mixed-case text maintain a cohesive color. Numerals match the same cut-and-worn aesthetic, making them suitable for stylized numbering in headlines and labels.