Distressed Efbiv 9 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Skate' by DearType and 'Mancino' by JCFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, t-shirts, playful, handmade, quirky, retro, grunge, distressed display, handmade feel, retro print, bold impact, rounded, chunky, inked, organic, textured.
A chunky, rounded display face with heavy strokes and soft terminals. Letterforms show an intentionally imperfect, inked-in texture with irregular interior counters and speckled voids that mimic worn printing or marker bleed. The overall construction stays upright and compact, while widths vary by glyph, creating a lively rhythm across words. Curves are generous and corners are blunted, giving the alphabet a friendly, cartoon-like silhouette despite the distressed surface.
Best used in short, prominent settings such as posters, headlines, badges, packaging, and merchandise graphics where the texture can be appreciated. It can also work for playful branding, event promotions, or kids/novelty applications, especially when paired with simple supporting type for longer text.
The font feels playful and handcrafted, with a casual, slightly scruffy charm. Its worn texture adds a gritty, screen-printed character that reads as retro and DIY rather than polished or corporate. The tone is energetic and informal, suited to designs that want personality and a bit of roughness.
The design appears intended to deliver a friendly, bold display voice with a deliberately worn, printed texture. It prioritizes character and tactile presence over precision, aiming for a handmade, screen-print/marker aesthetic that stands out quickly.
The distressed effect is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, appearing as interior scuffs and uneven fill rather than jagged outlines. Counters tend to be small and sometimes partially filled, which increases visual weight and emphasizes the stamped/inked impression at larger sizes.