Distressed Losi 12 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font visually similar to 'Monosten' by Colophon Foundry and 'Buro' by Corentin Noyer (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: typewriter text, posters, zines, labels, packaging, analog, gritty, editorial, utilitarian, retro, add texture, evoke vintage, simulate print, humanize mono, roughened, inked, blunt, weathered, sturdy.
A monospaced, typewriter-like design with blunt terminals and softly rounded corners. Strokes are consistently heavy with minimal contrast, while edges show intentional roughening that mimics uneven inking or worn impressions. Counters are open and uncomplicated, and the overall construction stays geometric and steady despite the distressed perimeter texture, maintaining an even rhythm across letters and numerals.
Works well for typewriter-style settings where a worn or reproduced texture is desirable, such as editorial pull quotes, zines, and poster copy. It’s also suited to labels and packaging that benefit from a stamped or industrial feel, and for UI or code-themed graphics when an analog, distressed monospaced voice is wanted.
The font conveys an analog, tactile tone—like a photocopied page, stamped label, or aging typewritten document. Its rough surface adds grit and immediacy without becoming chaotic, balancing legibility with a deliberately imperfect, handmade feel.
Likely intended to recreate a monospaced typewriter impression with the added character of imperfect ink coverage and surface wear. The design aims for dependable spacing and readability while injecting a vintage, reproduced texture for thematic and atmospheric typography.
Distress appears as subtle bumps and nicks along outer contours rather than dramatic breaks, so text holds together well in paragraphs. The uniform character widths create a rigid cadence that reinforces a utilitarian, document-oriented look, while the softened shapes keep it from feeling overly mechanical.