Distressed Robab 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Graham' by T-26 (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, stickers, titles, craft branding, handmade, playful, grunge, casual, comic, handcrafted feel, printed wear, casual display, textural impact, approachable branding, rough edges, brushy, inked, organic, chunky.
A heavy, hand-rendered sans with rounded, simplified forms and visibly irregular contours. Strokes appear brush- or marker-like, with wobble, uneven terminals, and occasional roughened edges that read as worn ink or distressed printing. Counters are generally open and circular, proportions are compact, and the glyph set shows mild width variation and lively spacing that reinforces the handmade rhythm. Numerals share the same chunky, imperfect construction, with slightly inconsistent curves and joins that keep the texture present even at display sizes.
This font performs best in display contexts such as posters, packaging, labels, stickers, and headline treatments where a handmade, slightly distressed look adds personality. It can also work for short UI badges or social graphics when a casual, crafted tone is desired, but the rough contouring may become busy in long-form text at small sizes.
The overall tone is friendly and informal, with a gritty, imperfect surface that feels human and tactile rather than polished. It balances approachability with a slightly rugged, DIY attitude, giving text a spontaneous, crafted character.
The design intent appears to be a bold, approachable display face that mimics brush or marker lettering while incorporating subtle wear for a printed, well-used feel. It aims to deliver immediate personality and texture without sacrificing the basic clarity of simple, rounded letterforms.
Capitals are sturdy and straightforward, while lowercase forms stay rounded and simple, keeping legibility intact despite the distressed edges. The texture is consistent across the alphabet and figures, making it well suited to short phrases where the roughness can read as intentional personality rather than noise.