Print Esha 3 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bergk' by Designova, 'Gebila' by Flawlessandco, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Gothic 13' by Linotype, and 'MVB Diazo' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, merch, album art, rugged, playful, handmade, retro, punchy, handmade texture, bold impact, distressed print, casual display, retro flair, distressed, blocky, inked, uneven, chunky.
A compact, heavy block style with roughly rectangular silhouettes and visibly irregular edges, as if stamped or cut by hand. Strokes are thick and mostly monolinear, with small nicks, bumps, and flattened corners that create a distressed outline. Counters tend to be tight and simplified, and curves are squared off into blunt arcs, giving the letters a sturdy, poster-like presence. The rhythm is lively rather than mechanical, with subtle per-glyph inconsistencies that reinforce the handmade texture.
Best suited to display work where texture and attitude are desirable: posters, headlines, short pull quotes, packaging, labels, and merch graphics. It also works well for branding moments that want a handmade, rugged feel, especially when set large with generous spacing.
The overall tone feels rugged and informal, balancing bold impact with a quirky, DIY personality. Its distressed contours evoke tactile materials—ink, paint, or worn print—creating a retro, slightly gritty charm without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to deliver bold readability with an intentionally imperfect, hand-crafted finish—like a distressed stamp or cutout lettering—so designs can feel tactile and energetic without requiring additional effects.
In text settings the dark color and compact forms create strong, attention-grabbing lines, while the rough perimeter adds visual noise that becomes more apparent at smaller sizes. Numerals match the same chunky, worn treatment, keeping a consistent texture across alphanumerics.