Distressed Bume 1 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Rama Gothic' and 'Rama Gothic Rounded' by Dharma Type, 'Kuunari Rounded' by Melvastype, and 'Grand' by North Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, signage, industrial, vintage, gritty, utilitarian, rugged, space-saving impact, print patina, industrial mood, headline voice, condensed, all-caps, inked, weathered, blocky.
A condensed, all-caps-forward display face with tall proportions and compact sidebearings. Strokes are heavy and generally monolinear in feel, with squared terminals and lightly rounded corners that keep counters open despite the dense width. The defining detail is a worn print texture: edges are irregular and slightly chipped, with occasional speckling and subtle breaks that mimic ink gain and rough presswork. Lowercase forms are narrow and sturdy, echoing the uppercase structure, and numerals share the same tall, compressed stance for a consistent headline rhythm.
Best suited to display applications where a compact, forceful voice is needed—posters, headlines, title cards, packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from a worn, printed character. It can also add atmosphere to brand marks or short callouts when you want a vintage, industrial edge without sacrificing legibility at larger sizes.
The overall tone feels rugged and workmanlike, like stenciled or letterpressed signage that has seen handling and time. It carries a vintage-industrial energy with a no-nonsense, editorial punch, reading assertive and gritty rather than polished or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space while projecting an aged, ink-on-paper authenticity. Its condensed proportions and controlled texture suggest a purpose-built headline face that evokes stamped, letterpress, or distressed sign lettering for thematic environments.
Texture intensity appears consistent across the set, creating a cohesive distressed color when set in lines, while counters remain sufficiently clear for display sizes. The condensed build and strong vertical emphasis make words form tight, impactful blocks, especially in all caps.