Print Etka 1 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vintage Travel' by Fenotype, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'POLIGRA' by Machalski, 'American Auto' by Miller Type Foundry, 'Neue Reman Gt' and 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, 'Fenomen Sans' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'URW Form' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids branding, signage, playful, folksy, punchy, friendly, rugged, handmade impact, friendly display, craft aesthetic, casual emphasis, chunky, rounded, soft corners, hand-cut, bouncy.
A heavy, chunky display face with simplified forms and softly rounded corners. Strokes are broadly uniform with subtle unevenness, giving edges a slightly rough, hand-cut look rather than crisp geometric precision. Counters are generally compact and rounded, and curves are full and buoyant, creating a lively rhythm across words. Terminals tend to be blunt and slightly irregular, and the overall spacing feels generous, supporting strong, poster-like silhouettes.
Best suited to short-to-medium headlines where its thick, rounded silhouettes can carry the message at a glance. It works well for posters, playful branding, product packaging, event signage, and other applications that benefit from an informal, handmade emphasis. In longer passages, it is likely most effective as a punchy accent rather than continuous body text.
The tone is upbeat and informal, with a handmade warmth that reads as approachable and slightly rustic. Its bold, rounded shapes feel fun and friendly, while the imperfect edges add a casual, crafty character suited to expressive headlines.
Likely designed to provide a bold, attention-grabbing display voice with a hand-drawn sensibility—combining sturdy shapes for impact with gentle irregularities to keep the tone casual and human.
The glyphs maintain consistent weight and presence while allowing small variations in contour that keep repeated letters from feeling sterile. The numeral set matches the same chunky, rounded construction, reinforcing a cohesive, display-forward personality.