Distressed Obgi 6 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, album art, book covers, headlines, grunge, handmade, quirky, playful, raw, handmade feel, distressed print, high impact, casual tone, rough, brushy, inked, textured, irregular.
A rough, hand-rendered display face with thick, inked strokes and visibly irregular contours. Letterforms show brush-like buildup, occasional wobble in stems, and uneven terminals that create a worn, printed texture. Counters are small and sometimes slightly off-center, and curves feel pinched and organic rather than geometric. Spacing reads somewhat lively and inconsistent by design, with a compact, punchy silhouette that holds together well in short lines and headlines.
Best suited to display typography where texture is part of the message—posters, album/cover art, packaging, and punchy headlines. It also works for short pull quotes or labels where a handmade, worn look is desirable, while longer passages may feel heavy due to the dense stroke texture.
The overall tone is gritty and DIY, with a playful edge that feels crafted rather than mechanical. Its distressed texture and bouncy rhythm suggest zines, handmade posters, and informal signage—energetic, slightly mischievous, and intentionally imperfect.
The design appears intended to mimic bold, quickly brushed or heavily inked lettering with natural variation and a deliberately weathered finish. Its goal is to deliver strong impact with an artisanal, distressed character that feels analog and imperfect in a controlled way.
Uppercase and lowercase share the same rugged drawing style, helping mixed-case setting feel cohesive. The distressed edges are substantial enough to remain recognizable, but the texture becomes a dominant feature, especially in smaller counters and at tighter sizes.