Distressed Gomu 6 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Applied Sans' by Monotype, and 'Carnova' by Typotheticals (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, labels, headlines, signage, industrial, utility, rugged, workwear, retro, add grit, evoke printwear, signal durability, create impact, stenciled, speckled, blunt, chunky, rounded.
A heavy, sans-serif design with straightforward geometry and softened corners, set with even stroke weight and open counters. The letterforms lean on simple, poster-like construction: broad verticals, compact joins, and a generally rectangular rhythm in capitals, paired with plain, highly legible lowercase. A consistent worn texture appears throughout, showing as speckling and small breakups in strokes and bowls, as if from ink spread, abrasion, or rough printing. Numerals follow the same sturdy construction with clear silhouettes and the same lightly degraded surface.
Well-suited for posters, headings, and short statements where a tough, tactile feel is desired. It also fits packaging, labels, and signage that aim for a practical or vintage-industrial impression, especially when paired with simple layouts and high-contrast color schemes.
The overall tone feels rugged and utilitarian, with a practical, workmanlike voice. The distressed texture adds a sense of age and grit, suggesting printed ephemera, stamped labeling, or equipment markings rather than polished corporate typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a sturdy, no-nonsense sans with a controlled distressed finish, balancing straightforward legibility with an intentionally weathered printed character for themed display applications.
Spacing and shapes prioritize clarity at display sizes, while the texture becomes more noticeable as sizes increase. The distressed pattern is fairly uniform across glyphs, keeping the set cohesive and preventing any single character from looking uniquely damaged.