Distressed Ihmuj 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, book covers, packaging, headlines, editorial, vintage, gritty, noir, mechanical, hand-inked, add texture, evoke printwear, create atmosphere, retain legibility, roughened, inked, worn, blunted, punchy.
A serifed Latin design with sturdy, low-contrast strokes and a slightly expanded feel. Letterforms are built from simple, readable proportions, then softened by roughened outlines that mimic uneven inking and worn printing. Serifs are short and blunt, with occasional wedge-like terminals; curves and joins show subtle wobble and edge bite, giving counters a mildly irregular silhouette. Overall spacing and rhythm stay steady in text, while small variations in stroke edge and terminal shape keep the texture lively.
It fits best in display and short-to-medium text where a tactile, printed texture is desirable—posters, book covers, editorial headlines, and packaging that wants a vintage or industrial edge. It can also work for pull quotes or section heads when you want added atmosphere without sacrificing legibility.
The font conveys an aged, analog tone—like ink pressed onto absorbent paper or type that has seen repeated use. Its rough finish adds grit and character without becoming chaotic, balancing utilitarian readability with a moody, period-evocative texture.
The design appears intended to combine classic serif structure with an intentionally imperfect, worn print finish. It prioritizes clear, familiar letterforms while using distressed contours to supply mood, authenticity, and a handcrafted press-like presence.
In the sample text, the distressed edges create a consistent surface grain that becomes more apparent at larger sizes. Numerals and capitals feel robust and poster-friendly, while lowercase maintains a straightforward, workmanlike flow suitable for continuous reading.