Distressed Fihe 3 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Alternate Gothic Pro EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, and 'Neue Helvetica' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, album covers, industrial, rugged, vintage, assertive, raw, space-saving impact, print wear, industrial tone, vintage texture, condensed, all-caps friendly, textured, stamped, poster-ready.
A condensed, heavy sans with compact proportions and slightly uneven widths across glyphs. Strokes are mostly straight and vertical with squared terminals, while bowls and curves are simplified and tightly drawn, creating a dense, vertical rhythm. A consistent worn texture appears as irregular interior speckling and scuffed edges, mimicking ink loss from letterpress or stenciled printing. Counters are relatively small and apertures tend toward closed forms, emphasizing a solid, blocky silhouette that reads best at display sizes.
Well-suited for posters, headlines, and bold callouts where the condensed width and rough texture add impact. It also fits branding and packaging that want a stamped or letterpress feel, such as apparel tags, craft goods, and industrial-themed labels. Use at medium-to-large sizes to keep the texture readable without sacrificing letter clarity.
The overall tone is tough and utilitarian, with a print-worn character that suggests workwear labels, crate markings, or old posters. Its narrow stance and distressed surface give it a punchy, no-nonsense voice that feels vintage and industrial rather than refined.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact, space-efficient display typography with an authentic, worn-print aesthetic. Its simplified geometry and consistent distressing aim to evoke tactile production—ink, pressure, and age—while maintaining strong, upright legibility for short to medium lines.
In the sample text, the distressed pattern remains consistent across letters and numerals, helping long lines feel cohesive even with the roughness. The condensed fit produces strong word shapes and allows large headlines to stay economical in width, while the texture can reduce clarity at very small sizes.