Distressed Efguw 11 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'Noison' by Lone Army, 'Mynor' and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block, 'Merchanto' by Type Juice, 'Tolyer' by Typesketchbook, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, album art, event promos, gritty, playful, retro, handmade, energetic, add texture, signal energy, feel handmade, look printed, brushy, smudged, rounded, chunky, punchy.
A heavy, condensed slanted style with rounded terminals and brush-like construction. Strokes show a slightly uneven, inky texture with small voids and edge wear that reads like rough printing or a dry-brush marker. Counters are generally tight and simplified, and the overall rhythm is compact and forward-leaning, giving the letterforms a quick, poster-friendly silhouette. Numerals and capitals maintain the same chunky, softened geometry and textured fill for consistent color on the page.
Best suited to short, high-impact copy such as posters, headlines, packaging callouts, album/cover art, and event promotions where a bold, handmade texture is desirable. It can also work for logos or badges when the distressed finish is part of the brand voice.
The texture and strong slant create a loud, spirited tone that feels handmade and imperfect in an intentional way. It suggests a casual, street-level confidence—more fun and approachable than severe—while the distressed ink effect adds grit and attitude.
Likely designed to capture the look of bold brush lettering reproduced through imperfect printing—combining a condensed, slanted headline structure with deliberate wear and ink noise for character and immediacy.
The font’s dark color and compact spacing make it impactful at display sizes, where the internal speckling and worn edges become a defining feature. In longer lines of text, the dense forms and texture can feel busy, so generous leading and careful size choices help maintain clarity.