Typewriter Ryba 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: manuscripts, posters, packaging, labels, zines, retro, utilitarian, worn, analog, editorial, typewriter evocation, aged texture, document tone, analog feel, steady rhythm, distressed, blunt, inked, rugged, compact.
A monolinear, slab-serif typewriter face with compact, squared proportions and sturdy vertical stress. The strokes end in blunt, bracketed slabs and slightly flared terminals, while the outlines show mild irregularity that reads like ink spread or worn type. Counters are small-to-medium and generally rounded, with straightforward, mechanical construction and consistent spacing typical of fixed-width letterforms. Numerals follow the same sturdy rhythm, with simple shapes and slightly softened corners that keep the texture lively in lines of text.
Well-suited for designs that want a typed, document-like voice: editorial pull quotes, zines, covers, posters, and packaging or labeling systems where a rugged, analog texture is desirable. It can also work for UI or tabular-style readouts where a fixed rhythm is part of the aesthetic, especially in headings and short text blocks.
The font conveys an analog, archival tone—practical and matter-of-fact, with a subtly weathered texture that suggests paperwork, labels, and typed notes. Its steady rhythm feels dependable and utilitarian, while the imperfect edges add a hint of grit and nostalgia.
Likely intended to evoke mechanical typing with a slightly degraded imprint, balancing clear, straightforward letterforms with enough roughness to feel tactile and authentic. The design focuses on consistent rhythm and sturdy slab serifs to maintain legibility while projecting a vintage, workmanlike character.
In paragraph settings, the distressed edges create a consistent gray texture that becomes more noticeable at larger sizes and in high-contrast black-on-white layouts. The slab serifs and blunt terminals help characters hold their shape, reinforcing the mechanical, stamped feel.