Distressed Epmah 7 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Example' by K-Type, 'Pragmatica' by ParaType, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'Aksioma' by Zafara Studios (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, apparel graphics, rugged, energetic, retro, streetwise, playful, impact, urgency, vintage print, grunge texture, branding, slanted, chunky, rounded, gritty, textured.
A heavy, slanted sans with compact proportions and strongly tapered, wedge-like terminals. The letterforms mix broad curves with sharp cuts, producing a punchy rhythm and clear forward motion. Strokes show a worn, speckled texture throughout, with irregular interior flecking that mimics rough ink or weathered printing. Uppercase forms are sturdy and slightly condensed in feel, while the lowercase stays simple and sturdy with single-storey shapes and blunt joins; numerals match the same thick, angled construction for consistent color in lines of text.
Works well for attention-grabbing display settings such as posters, event promos, sports or action-themed branding, and packaging that benefits from a rugged, printed look. It also suits apparel graphics, badges, and labels where the texture can be part of the identity rather than a readability constraint.
The overall tone feels bold and gritty, like printed ephemera that’s been handled and re-inked. Its slant and chunky shapes add urgency and attitude, while the distressed texture brings a vintage, analog edge that reads as tough but approachable.
Likely designed to deliver maximum impact with a fast, italicized stance and a worn print character, combining bold geometry with an intentionally imperfect surface. The goal appears to be a ready-made “already textured” headline style that evokes analog production and tough, energetic messaging.
The distressed effect is consistent across glyphs rather than localized, so large headlines read intentionally rough rather than damaged. Counters remain fairly open for the weight, but the texture and aggressive terminals can visually darken long passages, making it best when set with generous spacing.