Distressed Yihy 6 is a very bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bellfort Draw' by GRIN3 (Nowak), 'Duotone' by Match & Kerosene, and 'PF DIN Text' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, stickers, grunge, industrial, rough, punchy, diy, impact, weathered print, street aesthetic, headline fit, texture built-in, stencil-like, inked, rugged, poster, compressed.
A heavy, condensed sans with blocky proportions and slightly irregular, worn contours. Strokes are mostly straight and vertical, with squared terminals and shallow curves that read more like carved shapes than smooth outlines. The edges show consistent chipping and soft notches, creating a rough-printed texture while keeping letterforms recognizable. Counters are compact and simplified, and the overall rhythm is tight and forceful, with occasional shape quirks that add a handmade, distressed feel.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as posters, event titles, bold labels, and product packaging where texture is an asset. It also works for logos and wordmarks that want a rugged, stamped character, and for editorial display lines where a distressed voice is appropriate.
The font conveys a gritty, utilitarian mood—like ink dragged through a rough screen, a weathered stamp, or type pressed onto imperfect paper. Its texture and compression give it a confrontational, urban energy that feels raw, loud, and workmanlike rather than polished.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch while adding built-in texture, simulating wear from printing, stamping, or abrasion. The condensed footprint suggests it was drawn for efficient, attention-grabbing headlines that can fit more characters in limited space without losing presence.
Uppercase forms are tall and compact with blunt geometry, while lowercase maintains the same chunky construction and distressed perimeter, helping mixed-case text keep a consistent tone. Numerals follow the same rugged treatment, with simplified bowls and sturdy verticals that prioritize impact over finesse.