Typewriter Haba 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: body text, captions, labels, forms, posters, vintage, utilitarian, workmanlike, worn, quirky, typewriter feel, document texture, retro tone, utility, slab serifs, ink spread, rounded terminals, soft corners, sturdy.
A sturdy monospaced slab-serif with rounded, ink-trap-like joins and soft, blunted terminals that suggest mild ink spread. Strokes are largely even, with compact counters and a slightly uneven edge quality that reads as mechanically struck rather than digitally pristine. The serifs are blocky and short, helping the letters sit firmly on the line while keeping an overall compact, typewriter-like rhythm. Numerals and caps share the same set width, producing a consistent grid-like texture in running text.
Works well for typewriter-flavored body copy, captions, and UI-style labeling where fixed-width alignment matters, such as tables, forms, and code-like layouts. Its worn edges also suit headlines and short poster text when a period or documentary feel is desired.
The font conveys a practical, archival tone—like paperwork, labels, and machine-typed notes—tempered by a gently worn, humanized finish. It feels matter-of-fact and slightly nostalgic, with just enough roughness to add character without becoming noisy.
Likely designed to evoke mechanical typing and printed ephemera, combining strict monospaced structure with softened, imperfect contours to feel more physical and lived-in.
Curves are simplified and somewhat squared off, and many glyphs show subtle asymmetries that enhance the “struck” impression. The overall color is dark and steady, making it legible while still clearly textured.