Typewriter Leba 1 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, editorial, retro, utilitarian, rugged, playful, handworn, nostalgia, impact, texture, utility, clarity, slab serif, bracketed, rounded, inked, blunt.
A heavy, monoline slab-serif design with generously rounded corners and thick, bracketed terminals that feel stamped rather than drawn with a pen. The letterforms sit on a steady, mechanical rhythm with even widths and open counters, while small irregularities in curves and joins introduce a subtly worn, inked texture. Serifs are short and blocky, with softened edges that keep the overall color dense but not harsh.
It performs best where a strong, characterful voice is needed: posters, headlines, cover treatments, and packaging or label-style graphics. The dense weight and steady spacing also suit short editorial pull quotes or UI accents where a retro mechanical feel is desired.
The font conveys a retro, workmanlike tone reminiscent of printed labels and old office output, with a touch of imperfect charm. Its dark, sturdy presence feels dependable and slightly gritty, while the rounded edges keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to evoke mechanical type output with a bold, ink-rich impression and softly worn edges. It prioritizes consistency and punch, delivering a sturdy, nostalgic texture that remains clear and structured in setting.
Curves and diagonals show slight organic wobble that reads like impression variation or softened stamping, especially noticeable in round letters and numerals. The numerals are chunky and prominent, matching the same blunt slab detailing and maintaining a consistent, emphatic color in text.